Very Good
#496 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 36% in state
Based on limited data
Charles H. Chipman Elementary
Elementary School · Wicomico County Public Schools
711 Lake St, Salisbury, MD 21801
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 12 schools in Salisbury. Learn more
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#496 of 1,363
In Salisbury
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#9 of 25
Wicomico County Public Schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Charles H. Chipman Elementary
Elementary School in Salisbury · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Charles H. Chipman Elementary
Charles H. Chipman Elementary is a public elementary school in Salisbury, MD, part of Wicomico County Public Schools. Charles H.
Chipman Elementary serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles H. Chipman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #496 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Charles H. Chipman Elementary Compares
See how Charles H. Chipman Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
711 Lake St, Salisbury, MD 21801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Charles H. Chipman Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Salisbury Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fruitland Primary (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fruitland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WICOMICO DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Salisbury, see our Salisbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Middle Salisbury | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| North Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| West Salisbury Salisbury | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Wicomico Middle Salisbury | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Pemberton Elementary Salisbury | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Wicomico High Salisbury | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Prince Street School Salisbury | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Pinehurst Elementary Salisbury | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| East Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| James M. Bennett High Salisbury | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WICOMICO DAY SCHOOL Salisbury | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ASBURY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Salisbury | 2.5 mi | — |
| Parkside High Salisbury | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Wicomico County Evening High Salisbury | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| BUNDLES OF JOY UNIVERSITY Salisbury | 2.8 mi | — |
| Glen Avenue School Salisbury | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| STEPPING STONES LEARNING ACADEMY Fruitland | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Fruitland Intermediate Fruitland | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SALISBURY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salisbury | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Fruitland Primary Fruitland | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,140
Median Home Value
$286,800
Median Rent
$1,058/mo
Population
30,063
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bel Air Elementary Cumberland, MD | 7.1 |
| Creative City Public Charter School Baltimore, MD | 7.1 |
| HARFORD DAY SCHOOL Bel Air, MD | 7.1 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kensington, MD | 7.1 |
| Mattaponi Elementary Upper Marlboro, MD | 7.1 |
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Upper Marlboro, MD | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles H. Chipman Elementary
What grades does Charles H. Chipman Elementary serve?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Charles H. Chipman Elementary?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles H. Chipman Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Charles H. Chipman Elementary is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Charles H. Chipman Elementary rank in MD?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary ranks #496 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Charles H. Chipman Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Charles H. Chipman Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Charles H. Chipman Elementary a charter school?
No, Charles H. Chipman Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Charles H. Chipman Elementary a Title I school?
No, Charles H. Chipman Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charles H. Chipman Elementary?
74.3% of students at Charles H. Chipman 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Wicomico County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.5%
- Phone
- (410) 677-5814
Resources & Links
District
Wicomico County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 15,086
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,486
- District Rank
- #9 of 25
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