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#787 of 1,363 schools in MD
Church Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Harford County Public Schools
4299 Church Creek Rd, Belcamp, MD 21017
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
722
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#787 of 1,363
In district
#41 of 55
Harford County Public Schools
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Church Creek Elementary
Church Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Belcamp, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Church Creek Elementary serves approximately 722 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Church Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #787 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Church Creek Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Church Creek Elementary — Students at Church Creek Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.6/10.
How Church Creek Elementary Compares
See how Church Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4299 Church Creek Rd, Belcamp, MD 21017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Church Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fountain Green Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. Another option is Churchville Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Churchville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emmorton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belcamp, see our Belcamp schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Bel Air | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Bel Air | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Old Post Road Elementary Abingdon | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| William S. James Elementary Abingdon | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Edgewood High Edgewood | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Edgewood Middle Edgewood | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Deerfield Elementary Edgewood | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Edgewood Elementary Edgewood | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Abingdon Elementary Abingdon | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Emmorton Elementary Bel Air | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| THE MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Churchville | 5.6 mi | — |
| Patterson Mill High School Bel Air | 4.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Patterson Mill Middle School Bel Air | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Aberdeen | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Churchville Elementary Churchville | 5.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Fountain Green Elementary Bel Air | 5.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Bakerfield Elementary Aberdeen | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Aberdeen High Aberdeen | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air | 4.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,298
Median Home Value
$241,700
Median Rent
$1,706/mo
Population
6,404
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
37.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaver Run School Salisbury, MD | 5.9 |
| City Springs Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD | 5.9 |
| Eastern Elementary Hagerstown, MD | 5.9 |
| Glen Burnie Park Elementary Glen Burnie, MD | 5.9 |
| Guilford Elementary Columbia, MD | 5.9 |
| Holabird Academy Baltimore, MD | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Church Creek Elementary
What grades does Church Creek Elementary serve?
Church Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Church Creek Elementary?
Church Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 722 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Church Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Church Creek Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Church Creek Elementary rank in MD?
Church Creek Elementary ranks #787 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Church Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Church Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Church Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Church Creek Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Church Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Church Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Church Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Church Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Church Creek Elementary?
57.2% of students at Church Creek 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 722
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (410) 273-5550
Resources & Links
District
Harford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 38,105
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,493
- District Rank
- #41 of 55
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