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Edgewood Elementary

Elementary School · Harford County Public Schools

2100 Cedar Dr, Edgewood, MD 21040

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#688 of 1,363

In Edgewood

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#39 of 55

Harford County Public Schools

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Edgewood Elementary

6.3/10

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

Deerfield Elementary

5.8/10

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5.3/10

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About Edgewood Elementary

Edgewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Edgewood, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Edgewood Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #688 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Edgewood Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Edgewood 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.6% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.1% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,493
Chronic Absenteeism31.6%

Edgewood Elementary — Students at Edgewood Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
19.6%
ELA
34.1%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Edgewood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in MD
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

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

2100 Cedar Dr, Edgewood, MD 21040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oliver Beach Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emmorton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abingdon Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Abingdon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edgewood, see our Edgewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Deerfield Elementary Edgewood 0.5 mi 5.8
Edgewood Middle Edgewood 0.6 mi 5.3
Edgewood High Edgewood 0.7 mi 6.4
Old Post Road Elementary Abingdon 1.8 mi 5.3
Magnolia Middle Joppa 2.0 mi 5.1
Magnolia Elementary Joppa 2.0 mi 4.8
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL-CHESAPEAKE CAMPUS Joppa 2.0 mi
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & EARLY LRNG CTR Joppa 2.5 mi 6.1
Riverside Elementary Joppa 2.6 mi 5.5
Joppatowne High Joppa 2.9 mi 4.5
William S. James Elementary Abingdon 4.0 mi 6.5
Abingdon Elementary Abingdon 4.0 mi 6.8
Joppatowne Elementary Joppa 3.4 mi 3.8
Emmorton Elementary Bel Air 4.6 mi 7.8
Church Creek Elementary Belcamp 4.5 mi 5.9
Oliver Beach Elementary Baltimore 4.7 mi 8.9
GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Bel Air 5.4 mi 5.6
THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Bel Air 5.6 mi 6.3
EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air 5.7 mi 5.7
Patterson Mill High School Bel Air 5.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,925

Median Home Value

$231,100

Median Rent

$1,420/mo

Population

25,290

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgewood Elementary

What grades does Edgewood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Edgewood Elementary?

Edgewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgewood Elementary rank in MD?

Edgewood Elementary ranks #688 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Edgewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Edgewood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgewood Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edgewood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Edgewood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

75.7% of students at Edgewood 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.6%

District

Harford County Public Schools
District Enrollment
38,105
Schools in District
55
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,493
District Rank
#39 of 55

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