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#784 of 1,363 schools in MD
Federalsburg Elementary School
Elementary School · Caroline County Public Schools · Federalsburg, MD
A Caroline County Public Schools elementary school where students score 7 points above what's typical for similar communities.
302 S University Ave, Federalsburg, MD 21632
- Math 25% vs MD 30% (2025)
- Reading 28% vs MD 51% (2025)
- 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Federalsburg Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
2025 MCAP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MD average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 17 points since 2020, reaching 27% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 43% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 47% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Federalsburg Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 44Car-Dependent
- Bike 42Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,037/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Federalsburg), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$59,808
Median home value
$192,800
Median rent
$990/mo
College educated
12.6%
Homeownership
60.1%
Poverty rate
20.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 21632; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 in Caroline County Public Schools
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | PK–5 | Not available | 640 | Compare → |
| Greensboro Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.3 | PK–5 | Not available | 840 | Compare → |
| Preston Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.4 | PK–5 | Not available | 396 | Compare → |
| Ridgely Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.6 | PK–5 | Not available | 427 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Caroline County Public Schools
- Schools in district
- 10
- Rank in district
- #6 of 9
- District spending per student
- $17,385NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 15.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Federalsburg Elementary School is listed in Caroline County Public Schools; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Federalsburg Elementary School
Federalsburg Elementary School is a public elementary school in Federalsburg, MD, part of Caroline County Public Schools, serving approximately 399 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #784 of 1,363 schools in MD. State assessment records show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Federalsburg Elementary School
What grades does Federalsburg Elementary School serve?
Federalsburg Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Federalsburg Elementary School?
Federalsburg Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Federalsburg Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Federalsburg Elementary School 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 Federalsburg Elementary School rank in MD?
Federalsburg Elementary School ranks #784 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Federalsburg Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Federalsburg Elementary School 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 Federalsburg Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Federalsburg Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Federalsburg Elementary School a charter school?
No, Federalsburg Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Federalsburg Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Federalsburg Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Federalsburg Elementary School?
79.9% of students at Federalsburg Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Caroline County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (410) 479-2761
- Area population (ZIP 21632)
- 6,227
- Area average commute
- 29.9 min
- Area median age
- 43.9
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 MCAP · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 MCAP · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 21632; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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