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#718 of 1,363 schools in MD
Mary B. Neal Elementary School
Elementary School · Charles County Public Schools
12105 St. George's Dr, Waldorf, MD 20602
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#718 of 1,363
In Waldorf
#4 of 20
public schools
In district
#10 of 37
Charles County Public Schools
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Mary B. Neal Elementary School
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About Mary B. Neal Elementary School
Mary B. Neal Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waldorf, MD, part of Charles County Public Schools. Mary B.
Neal Elementary School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary B. Neal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #718 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Mary B. Neal Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Mary B. Neal Elementary School — Students at Mary B. Neal Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46%
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: 5.5/10.
How Mary B. Neal Elementary School Compares
See how Mary B. Neal 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
12105 St. George's Dr, Waldorf, MD 20602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary B. Neal Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Billingsley Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby White Plains), which scores notably higher. Another option is C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waldorf, see our Waldorf schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,733
Median Home Value
$360,800
Median Rent
$1,803/mo
Population
29,425
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
42.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary B. Neal Elementary School
What grades does Mary B. Neal Elementary School serve?
Mary B. Neal Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mary B. Neal Elementary School?
Mary B. Neal Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary B. Neal Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary B. Neal 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 Mary B. Neal Elementary School rank in MD?
Mary B. Neal Elementary School ranks #718 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Mary B. Neal Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary B. Neal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mary B. Neal Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary B. Neal Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary B. Neal Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mary B. Neal Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary B. Neal Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mary B. Neal Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary B. Neal Elementary School?
46.0% of students at Mary B. Neal 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
- 589
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Charles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (301) 638-2617
Resources & Links
District
Charles County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 27,765
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,415
- District Rank
- #10 of 37
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