Very Good
#520 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 38% in state
Green Holly Elementary School
Elementary School · St. Mary's County Public Schools
46060 Millstone Landing Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#520 of 1,363
In Lexington Park
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 26
St. Mary's County Public Schools
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Green Holly Elementary School
Elementary School in Lexington Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Green Holly Elementary School
Green Holly Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lexington Park, MD, part of St. Mary's County Public Schools. Green Holly Elementary School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Green Holly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 1,363 schools in MD. Structured state assessment records for Green Holly Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Green Holly Elementary School — Students at Green Holly Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
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: 5.7/10.
How Green Holly Elementary School Compares
See how Green Holly Elementary School 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
46060 Millstone Landing Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Green Holly Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chesapeake Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evergreen Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby California), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hollywood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lexington Park, see our Lexington Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Esperanza Middle Lexington Park | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Town Creek Elementary Lexington Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenview Knolls Elementary Great Mills | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Solomons | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Lexington Park Elementary Lexington Park | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LEXINGTON PARK BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Lexington Park | 2.8 mi | — |
| George Washington Carver Elementary Great Mills | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Great Mills High Great Mills | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Chesapeake Charter School Lexington Park | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
| LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Great Mills | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| STARMARKER SCHOOL EARLY EDUCATION WILDWOOD California | 3.5 mi | — |
| THE KINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Callaway | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| BAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington Park | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Dowell Elementary Lusby | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Hollywood Elementary Hollywood | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Patuxent High Lusby | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Park Hall Elementary Park Hall | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Mill Creek Middle Lusby | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Evergreen Elementary School California | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,923
Median Home Value
$341,900
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
26,799
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charlestown Elementary Charlestown, MD | 7.0 |
| Crofton Meadows Elementary Crofton, MD | 7.0 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown, MD | 7.0 |
| Jeffers Hill Elementary Columbia, MD | 7.0 |
| KRIEGER SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 7.0 |
| Leonardtown Elementary Leonardtown, MD | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Green Holly Elementary School
What grades does Green Holly Elementary School serve?
Green Holly Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Green Holly Elementary School?
Green Holly Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Holly Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Green Holly Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Green Holly Elementary School rank in MD?
Green Holly Elementary School ranks #520 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Green Holly Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Green Holly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Green Holly Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Green Holly Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Green Holly Elementary School a charter school?
No, Green Holly Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Green Holly Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Green Holly Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Green Holly Elementary School?
56.8% of students at Green Holly 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Mary's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (301) 863-4064
Resources & Links
District
St. Mary's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 17,223
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,088
- District Rank
- #9 of 26
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