Serving 689 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Twin Ridge Elementary 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 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twin Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Twin Ridge Elementary School's student population of 689 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together Reaching for Equity and Excellence in Learning for All Students
School Mascot
Tressie The Panda
School Rankings
Twin Ridge Elementary 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 Twin Ridge Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#200 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
2%
33%
White
76%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tressie The Panda
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twin Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Twin Ridge Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Twin Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Twin Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Airy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Twin Ridge Elementary School?
689 students attend Twin Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Twin Ridge Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Twin Ridge Elementary School?
Twin Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Twin Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Twin Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Twin Ridge Elementary School part of?
Twin Ridge Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
In what neighborhood is Twin Ridge Elementary School located?
Twin Ridge Elementary School is located in the Twin Ridge neighborhood of Mount Airy, MD.
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