Excellent
#170 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 12% in state
Mutual Elementary
Elementary School · Calvert County Public Schools
1455 Ball Rd, Port Republic, MD 20676
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland elementary schools
#167 of 882
In district
#8 of 23
Calvert County Public Schools
Equity
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Mutual Elementary
Mutual Elementary is a public elementary school in Port Republic, MD, part of the Calvert County Public Schools. The school serves approximately 372 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 87.6th percentile among MD schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 43% proficiency in math, 13 points above the state average and 51% in reading/language arts, 0 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $150,916, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Mutual Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Mutual Elementary — Students at Mutual Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Mutual Elementary Compares
See how Mutual Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 59% (2019) to 55.4% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 60% (2019) to 69.6% (2025).
Location
1455 Ball Rd, Port Republic, MD 20676
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mutual Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus (rated 9.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Lusby), which scores notably higher. Another option is Calvert Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Prince Frederick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Barstow Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Prince Frederick), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Republic, see our Port Republic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St Leonard Elementary St. Leonard | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Calvert Elementary Prince Frederick | 6.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Calvert Country School Prince Frederick | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Calvert High Prince Frederick | 6.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Calvert County Alternative School Prince Frederick | 6.4 mi | — |
| Calvert Middle Prince Frederick | 6.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Barstow Elementary Prince Frederick | 6.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Southern Middle Lusby | 6.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Hollywood Elementary Hollywood | 9.2 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLLYWOOD UMC CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Hollywood | 9.2 mi | 2.3 |
| Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus Lusby | 8.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Plum Point Middle Huntingtown | 9.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Plum Point Elementary Huntingtown | 9.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Oakville Elementary Mechanicsville | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood | 9.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Mill Creek Middle Lusby | 8.9 mi | 5.3 |
| THE CALVERTON SCHOOL Huntingtown | 9.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Dowell Elementary Lusby | 9.1 mi | 8.4 |
| FRIENDSHIP MENNONITE SCHOOL Mechanicsville | 8.9 mi | — |
| Patuxent High Lusby | 9.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20676 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,916
Median Home Value
$471,800
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
Population
3,412
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
87.5%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
50.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mutual Elementary has a median household income of $150,916. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $471,800, with a median rent of $1,733/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arbutus Elementary Baltimore, MD | 8.3 |
| Bryant Woods Elementary Columbia, MD | 8.3 |
| Calvert Elementary Rising Sun, MD | 8.3 |
| Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet Baltimore, MD | 8.3 |
| Curtis Bay Elementary Baltimore, MD | 8.3 |
| St Leonard Elementary St. Leonard, MD | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mutual Elementary
What grades does Mutual Elementary serve?
Mutual Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mutual Elementary?
Mutual Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mutual Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mutual Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mutual Elementary rank in MD?
Mutual Elementary is ranked #170 out of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Mutual Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mutual Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mutual Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mutual Elementary has 43.4% math proficiency and 50.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Mutual Elementary a charter school?
No, Mutual Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mutual Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mutual Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mutual Elementary?
32.5% of students at Mutual 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Calvert County
- Phone
- (443) 550-9650
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Calvert County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 15,179
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,606
- District Rank
- #8 of 23
Other Schools in This District
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