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#615 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 45% in state
Based on limited data
Parr's Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · Carroll County Public Schools
202 Watersville Road, Mt. Airy, MD 21771
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MD statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#615 of 1,363
In Mt. Airy
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#34 of 40
Carroll County Public Schools
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Parr's Ridge Elementary
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About Parr's Ridge Elementary
Parr's Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Airy, MD, part of Carroll County Public Schools. Parr's Ridge Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Parr's Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #615 of 1,363 schools in MD. Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 8.1
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Parr's Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Parr's Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
202 Watersville Road, Mt. Airy, MD 21771
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parr's Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clearspring Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Damascus), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winfield Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lisbon Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Woodbine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mt. Airy, see our Mt. Airy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Airy Middle Mount Airy | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Mount Airy Elementary Mount Airy | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| FRIENDS MEETING SCHOOL Mount Airy | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Twin Ridge Elementary Mt. Airy | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Mount Airy | 2.1 mi | — |
| LITTLE TRAVELERS DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER Mount Airy | 1.8 mi | — |
| MOUNT AIRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Airy | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Lisbon Elementary Woodbine | 5.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Kemptown Elementary Monrovia | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Damascus Elementary Damascus | 7.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Linganore High Frederick | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Damascus High Damascus | 7.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Winfield Elementary Westminster | 7.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Green Valley Elementary Monrovia | 6.8 mi | 7.8 |
| South Carroll High Sykesville | 7.2 mi | 6.8 |
| John T. Baker Middle School Damascus | 8.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Clearspring Elementary Damascus | 8.4 mi | 9.2 |
| New Market Elementary New Market | 6.9 mi | 8.3 |
| New Market Middle New Market | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| GLENWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Woodbine | 7.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21771 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,844
Median Home Value
$532,200
Median Rent
$2,117/mo
Population
32,827
College Educated
46.1%
Homeownership
92.9%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
41.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Academy Forestville, MD | 6.6 |
| Arbutus Elementary Baltimore, MD | 6.6 |
| Carroll Manor Elementary Adamstown, MD | 6.6 |
| Fountain Rock Elementary Hagerstown, MD | 6.6 |
| Fruitland Intermediate Fruitland, MD | 6.6 |
| High Bridge Elementary Bowie, MD | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parr's Ridge Elementary
What grades does Parr's Ridge Elementary serve?
Parr's Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Parr's Ridge Elementary?
Parr's Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parr's Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Parr's Ridge Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Parr's Ridge Elementary rank in MD?
Parr's Ridge Elementary ranks #615 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Parr's Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Parr's Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Parr's Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Parr's Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Parr's Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Parr's Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Parr's Ridge Elementary?
25.8% of students at Parr's Ridge 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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- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Carroll County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (410) 751-3559
Resources & Links
District
Carroll County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,123
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,548
- District Rank
- #34 of 40
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