St. Mary's County Public Schools School District
School District · Leonardtown, Maryland
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
26
19 elem, 4 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,088
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Avg Rating
6.2
out of 10
Schools
26
19 elem, 4 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,088
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
How this district compares
Maryland rank
#20 of 24
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Maryland avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,088
$1,202 vs Maryland median
District size
17,223 students
Typical than Maryland median
About St. Mary's County Public Schools
St. Mary's County Public Schools is a Leonardtown, Maryland school district serving 26 schools. The district educates 17,223 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1. The district invests $17,088 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.2/10, St. Mary's County Public Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Green Holly Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.
In standardized testing, St. Mary's County Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 37.0% and ELA proficiency of 47.4%.
The district includes 19 elementary schools , 4 middle schools , and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in St. Mary's County Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in St. Mary's County Public Schools with test data.
Schools in St. Mary's County Public Schools
26 schools Elementary Schools 19
Middle Schools 4
High Schools 3
District Details
- State
- Maryland
- City
- Leonardtown
- Total Enrollment
- 17,223
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1,100
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in St. Mary's County Public Schools?
St. Mary's County Public Schools has 26 schools in total — 19 elementary, 4 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for St. Mary's County Public Schools?
The average composite rating for St. Mary's County Public Schools is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in St. Mary's County Public Schools?
St. Mary's County Public Schools spends $17,088 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in St. Mary's County Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in St. Mary's County Public Schools is 15.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in St. Mary's County Public Schools?
Green Holly Elementary School is the highest-rated school in St. Mary's County Public Schools with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What are the test scores in St. Mary's County Public Schools?
Across schools in St. Mary's County Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 47.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does St. Mary's County Public Schools compare to other districts in Maryland?
St. Mary's County Public Schools has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 26 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Maryland by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 47.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare St. Mary's County Public Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Montgomery County Public Schools (211)
- Prince George's County Public Schools (199)
- Baltimore County Public Schools (179)
- Baltimore City Public Schools (151)
- Anne Arundel County Public Schools (126)
- Howard County Public Schools (78)
- Frederick County Public Schools (69)
- Harford County Public Schools (55)
- Carroll County Public Schools (44)
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- Calvert County Public Schools (25)
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- Allegany County Public Schools (22)
- Queen Anne's County Public Schools (14)
- Worcester County Public Schools (14)
- Dorchester County Public Schools (13)
- Garrett County Public Schools (12)
- Caroline County Public Schools (10)
- Somerset County Public Schools (8)
- Talbot County Public Schools (8)
- Kent County Public Schools (5)
- Dyrs (2)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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