Below Average
#1179 of 1,363 schools in MD
North Glen Elementary
Elementary School · Anne Arundel County Public Schools
615 West Furnace Branch Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,179 of 1,363
In Glen Burnie
#17 of 21
public schools
In district
#110 of 123
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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North Glen Elementary
Elementary School in Glen Burnie · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Glen Elementary
North Glen Elementary is a public elementary school in Glen Burnie, MD, part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools. North Glen Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. North Glen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for North Glen Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at North Glen Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Glen Elementary — Students at North Glen Elementary score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
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: 2.1/10.
How North Glen Elementary Compares
See how North Glen Elementary 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
615 West Furnace Branch Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Glen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Linthicum Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Linthicum), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George T. Cromwell Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Burnie, see our Glen Burnie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| George T. Cromwell Elementary Glen Burnie | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Hilltop Elementary Glen Burnie | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| North County High Glen Burnie | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Ferndale Early Education Center Glen Burnie | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Linthicum Heights | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Brooklyn Park Middle Baltimore | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MONSIGNOR SLADE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glen Burnie | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Monarch Academy Glen Burnie | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Brooklyn Park Elementary Baltimore | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Linthicum Elementary Linthicum | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Park Elementary Baltimore | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Glen Burnie | 2.1 mi | — |
| Richard Henry Lee Elementary Glen Burnie | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Overlook Elementary Linthicum | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Glen Burnie High Glen Burnie | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Glendale Elementary Glen Burnie | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Belle Grove Elementary Baltimore | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Point Pleasant Elementary Glen Burnie | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Lindale Middle Linthicum | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Corkran Middle School Glen Burnie | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,081
Median Home Value
$326,000
Median Rent
$1,661/mo
Population
56,453
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.1
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|---|---|
| CARDINAL SHEHAN SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 4.2 |
| Carmody Hills Elementary Capitol Heights, MD | 4.2 |
| Hernwood Elementary Randallstown, MD | 4.2 |
| Rockledge Elementary Bowie, MD | 4.2 |
| Shady Spring Elementary Baltimore, MD | 4.2 |
| Apple Grove Elementary Fort Washington, MD | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Glen Elementary
What grades does North Glen Elementary serve?
North Glen Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Glen Elementary?
North Glen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Glen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Glen Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Glen Elementary rank in MD?
North Glen Elementary ranks #1,179 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is North Glen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Glen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 North Glen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Glen Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Glen Elementary a charter school?
No, North Glen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Glen Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Glen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Glen Elementary?
78.3% of students at North Glen 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
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Anne Arundel County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (410) 222-6416
Resources & Links
District
Anne Arundel County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 84,346
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,624
- District Rank
- #110 of 123
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