Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Swan Meadow School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan Meadow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Swan Meadow School's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Swan Meadow School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swan Meadow School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
33%
White
86%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan Meadow School's ranking?
Swan Meadow School is ranked #193 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Swan Meadow School often compared to?
Swan Meadow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broad Ford Elementary School, Crellin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Swan Meadow School?
48 students attend Swan Meadow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Swan Meadow School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swan Meadow School?
Swan Meadow School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swan Meadow School offer ?
Swan Meadow School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swan Meadow School part of?
Swan Meadow School is part of Garrett County School District.
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