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#944 of 1,363 schools in MD
Old Post Road Elementary
Elementary School · Harford County Public Schools
2706 Old Philadelphia Rd, Abingdon, MD 21009
Enrollment
892
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
892
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#944 of 1,363
In Abingdon
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#48 of 55
Harford County Public Schools
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Old Post Road Elementary
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About Old Post Road Elementary
Old Post Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Abingdon, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Old Post Road Elementary serves approximately 892 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Post Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #944 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Old Post Road Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Old Post Road 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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Old Post Road Elementary — Students at Old Post Road Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.8%
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: 4.2/10.
How Old Post Road Elementary Compares
See how Old Post Road 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
2706 Old Philadelphia Rd, Abingdon, MD 21009
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Post Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emmorton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. Another option is Abingdon Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William S. James Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Abingdon, see our Abingdon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Elementary Edgewood | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Edgewood Middle Edgewood | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Deerfield Elementary Edgewood | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Edgewood High Edgewood | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| William S. James Elementary Abingdon | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Abingdon Elementary Abingdon | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & EARLY LRNG CTR Joppa | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Emmorton Elementary Bel Air | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL-CHESAPEAKE CAMPUS Joppa | 3.2 mi | — |
| Magnolia Elementary Joppa | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Magnolia Middle Joppa | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Church Creek Elementary Belcamp | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Bel Air | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Bel Air | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Riverside Elementary Joppa | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Patterson Mill High School Bel Air | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Patterson Mill Middle School Bel Air | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Joppatowne High Joppa | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Joppatowne Elementary Joppa | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,017
Median Home Value
$335,100
Median Rent
$1,680/mo
Population
33,444
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
36.1
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|---|---|
| Berry Elementary School Waldorf, MD | 5.3 |
| Chadwick Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.3 |
| Easton Elementary Easton, MD | 5.3 |
| Featherbed Lane Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.3 |
| Prince Street School Salisbury, MD | 5.3 |
| Rippling Woods Elementary Glen Burnie, MD | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Post Road Elementary
What grades does Old Post Road Elementary serve?
Old Post Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Old Post Road Elementary?
Old Post Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 892 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Post Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Post Road Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Post Road Elementary rank in MD?
Old Post Road Elementary ranks #944 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Old Post Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Post Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Old Post Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Post Road Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Old Post Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Old Post Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old Post Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Old Post Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Post Road Elementary?
79.8% of students at Old Post Road 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 892
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (410) 612-1566
Resources & Links
District
Harford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 38,105
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,493
- District Rank
- #48 of 55
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