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Joppatowne Elementary

Elementary School · Harford County Public Schools

407 Trimble Rd, Joppa, MD 21085

Enrollment

495

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,248 of 1,363

In Joppa

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#54 of 55

Harford County Public Schools

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Joppatowne Elementary

3.8/10

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

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About Joppatowne Elementary

Joppatowne Elementary is a public elementary school in Joppa, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Joppatowne Elementary serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Joppatowne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,248 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Joppatowne Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 7.2
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.8% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.1% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,493
Chronic Absenteeism28.9%

Joppatowne Elementary — Students at Joppatowne Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 53.9% (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
93%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
16.8%
ELA
29.1%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Joppatowne Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in MD
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

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

407 Trimble Rd, Joppa, MD 21085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joppatowne Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oliver Beach Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kingsville Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Kingsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emmorton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joppa, see our Joppa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Joppatowne High Joppa 0.7 mi 4.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & EARLY LRNG CTR Joppa 1.8 mi 6.1
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL-CHESAPEAKE CAMPUS Joppa 1.6 mi
Riverside Elementary Joppa 1.9 mi 5.5
Magnolia Elementary Joppa 1.7 mi 4.8
Magnolia Middle Joppa 1.9 mi 5.1
ST STEPHEN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Kingsville 2.0 mi 4.4
Oliver Beach Elementary Baltimore 3.5 mi 8.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Kingsville 3.6 mi 4.6
Edgewood Elementary Edgewood 3.4 mi 6.3
OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kingsville 4.0 mi 6.1
Abingdon Elementary Abingdon 4.4 mi 6.8
Kingsville Elementary Kingsville 3.9 mi 8.5
Old Post Road Elementary Abingdon 4.0 mi 5.3
Vincent Farm Elementary White Marsh 4.4 mi 4.2
Deerfield Elementary Edgewood 3.8 mi 5.8
ROYAL INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White Marsh 4.2 mi
ROYAL INERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY White Marsh 4.2 mi
Edgewood Middle Edgewood 3.9 mi 5.3
Emmorton Elementary Bel Air 4.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,975

Median Home Value

$327,300

Median Rent

$1,593/mo

Population

16,511

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

42.8

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Franklin Square Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 3.8
Gilpin Manor Elementary Elkton, MD 3.8
Hilltop Elementary Glen Burnie, MD 3.8
Johnnycake Elementary Baltimore, MD 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joppatowne Elementary

What grades does Joppatowne Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Joppatowne Elementary?

Joppatowne Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joppatowne Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Joppatowne Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joppatowne Elementary rank in MD?

Joppatowne Elementary ranks #1,248 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Joppatowne Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Joppatowne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Joppatowne Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joppatowne Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joppatowne Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Joppatowne Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

66.3% of students at Joppatowne 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

District

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

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