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Meadowvale Elementary

Elementary School · Harford County Public Schools

910 Grace View Dr, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#863 of 1,363

In Havre De Grace

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#43 of 55

Harford County Public Schools

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Meadowvale Elementary

5.6/10

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

Havre De Grace Middle

6.5/10

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6.6/10

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About Meadowvale Elementary

Meadowvale Elementary is a public elementary school in Havre De Grace, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Meadowvale Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadowvale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #863 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Meadowvale Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.4% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.5% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.4 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,493
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

Meadowvale Elementary — Students at Meadowvale Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 66.3% (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
88%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
23.4%
ELA
51.5%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Meadowvale Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in MD
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

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

910 Grace View Dr, Havre De Grace, MD 21078

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadowvale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bakerfield Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bainbridge Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Port Deposit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Havre de Grace Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Havre De Grace, see our Havre De Grace schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Havre de Grace Middle Havre De Grace 1.3 mi 6.5
Havre de Grace High Havre De Grace 1.3 mi 6.6
Havre de Grace Elementary Havre De Grace 1.5 mi 6.7
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perryville 2.0 mi 6.3
Perryville Middle Perryville 2.0 mi 6.8
Perryville Elementary Perryville 2.0 mi 4.1
GREAT COMMISSION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace 2.4 mi
BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace 2.5 mi 5.3
Perryville High Perryville 2.7 mi 6.5
Roye-Williams Elementary Havre De Grace 3.3 mi 6.6
Bainbridge Elementary Port Deposit 3.4 mi 7.6
Halls Cross Roads Elementary Aberdeen 4.7 mi 5.4
Aberdeen Middle Aberdeen 4.5 mi 5.0
Center for Educational Opportunity Aberdeen 4.6 mi 6.5
Swan Creek School Aberdeen 4.6 mi 4.6
Aberdeen High Aberdeen 4.7 mi 6.0
Bakerfield Elementary Aberdeen 4.9 mi 7.8
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Aberdeen 5.2 mi 6.4
G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen 5.7 mi 5.5
WEST NOTTINGHAM ACADEMY Colora 7.5 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,451

Median Home Value

$355,500

Median Rent

$1,331/mo

Population

20,002

College Educated

40.9%

Homeownership

77.4%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

47.4

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Germantown Elementary Annapolis, MD 5.6
Greenbelt Elementary Greenbelt, MD 5.6
Park Elementary Baltimore, MD 5.6
Pinehurst Elementary Salisbury, MD 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadowvale Elementary

What grades does Meadowvale Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Meadowvale Elementary?

Meadowvale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadowvale Elementary?

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

How does Meadowvale Elementary rank in MD?

Meadowvale Elementary ranks #863 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Meadowvale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadowvale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Meadowvale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadowvale Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Meadowvale Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Meadowvale Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

43.6% of students at Meadowvale 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

District

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

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