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#226 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 17% in state

Beall Elementary

Elementary School · Allegany County Public Schools

3 E College Ave, Frostburg, MD 21532

Enrollment

413

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#226 of 1,363

In Frostburg

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 22

Allegany County Public Schools

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Beall Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Frostburg · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About Beall Elementary

Beall Elementary is a public elementary school in Frostburg, MD, part of Allegany County Public Schools. Beall Elementary serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Beall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Beall Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Beall Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.1% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.6% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+12.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.5 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,290
Chronic Absenteeism31.5%

Beall Elementary — Students at Beall Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
43.1%
ELA
53.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Beall Elementary Compares

See how Beall Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
84th percentile in MD
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3 E College Ave, Frostburg, MD 21532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkside Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Lavale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Frost Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cash Valley Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Lavale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Frostburg, see our Frostburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Frost Elementary Frostburg 1.2 mi 8.6
Mountain Ridge High School Frostburg 1.0 mi 5.6
Mount Savage Middle Mount Savage 4.2 mi 7.8
Mt. Savage Elementary Mt. Savage 4.2 mi 6.6
George's Creek Elementary Lonaconing 5.5 mi 5.8
Route 40 Elementary Frostburg 4.7 mi 5.5
OAKGROVE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Meyersdale 5.8 mi
GREENVILLE SCHOOL Meyersdale 6.9 mi
Parkside Elementary Lavale 5.5 mi 9.0
Bel Air Elementary Cumberland 6.7 mi 7.1
Westmar Middle Lonaconing 7.1 mi 6.0
CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cresaptown 6.8 mi 3.9
Cash Valley Elementary Lavale 6.3 mi 8.2
Cresaptown Elementary Cresaptown 7.0 mi 7.4
Center for Career & Technical Education Cresaptown 6.8 mi 4.7
Allegany High Cumberland 7.3 mi 6.2
BISHOP WALSH SCHOOL,K-12/DIOCESE Cumberland 7.5 mi 4.5
West Side Elementary Cumberland 8.5 mi 6.8
Braddock Middle Cumberland 8.6 mi 7.6
Wiley Ford Primary School Wiley Ford 8.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,158

Median Home Value

$175,600

Median Rent

$839/mo

Population

13,123

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

32.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Atholton Elementary Columbia, MD 8.2
Cash Valley Elementary Lavale, MD 8.2
East Silver Spring Elementary Silver Spring, MD 8.2
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy Baltimore, MD 8.2
Huntingtown Elementary Huntingtown, MD 8.2
Kenmore Elementary Elkton, MD 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beall Elementary

What grades does Beall Elementary serve?

Beall Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Beall Elementary?

Beall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beall Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beall Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beall Elementary rank in MD?

Beall Elementary ranks #226 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Beall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beall Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beall Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beall Elementary a charter school?

No, Beall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beall Elementary a Title I school?

No, Beall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beall Elementary?

59.8% of students at Beall Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Allegany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.5%

District

Allegany County Public Schools
District Enrollment
8,205
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,290
District Rank
#3 of 22

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