Excellent

#252 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 18% in state

Based on limited data

Princess Anne Elementary School

Elementary School · Somerset County Public Schools

11576 Lankford Street, Princess Anne, MD 21853

Last updated: July 2026

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MD statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

395

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Enrollment

395

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 1st

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#252 of 1,363

In Princess Anne

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Somerset County Public Schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Princess Anne Elementary School

Princess Anne Elementary School is a public elementary school in Princess Anne, MD, part of Somerset County Public Schools. Princess Anne Elementary School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Princess Anne Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares0.9 pts above district

8.2

This school 8.2 · Excellent
District avg 7.3
MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics

Student Progress—Not Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average49%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MD state average

Resources & Environment9.9Excellent51%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$24,750

Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.4%

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 Princess Anne Elementary School Compares

See how Princess Anne Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.2/10

82th percentile in MD

Academic

6.4/10

Average

Environment

9.9/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

74%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

31 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

22.3%

Location

11576 Lankford Street, Princess Anne, MD 21853

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Princess Anne Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pocomoke Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Pocomoke City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Greenwood Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westside Primary (rated 8.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Quantico), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Princess Anne, see our Princess Anne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Greenwood Elementary School Princess Anne	0.3 mi	493	8.7
Washington Academy and High School Princess Anne	1.3 mi	616	5.2
Somerset 6/7 Intermediate School Westover	6.9 mi	383	4.6
Bennett Middle Fruitland	8.8 mi	919	6.7
Fruitland Intermediate Fruitland	9.6 mi	348	6.6
Fruitland Primary Fruitland	9.5 mi	436	7.9
STEPPING STONES LEARNING ACADEMY Fruitland	9.7 mi	133	6.7
ASBURY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Salisbury	10.9 mi	16	—
Westside Primary Quantico	11.4 mi	169	8.1
BUNDLES OF JOY UNIVERSITY Salisbury	10.8 mi	20	—
Pinehurst Elementary Salisbury	11.4 mi	542	5.6
James M. Bennett High Salisbury	11.6 mi	1,379	5.7
Pemberton Elementary Salisbury	12.2 mi	503	4.7
Pocomoke Middle Pocomoke City	11.5 mi	466	8.4
Prince Street School Salisbury	12.3 mi	878	5.3
Parkside High Salisbury	12.3 mi	1,223	6.5
Wicomico County Evening High Salisbury	12.4 mi	36	4.7
Pocomoke Elementary Pocomoke City	12.3 mi	460	9.0
Wicomico Middle Salisbury	12.9 mi	796	4.7
Pocomoke High Pocomoke City	12.4 mi	351	6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,710

Median Home Value

$167,000

Median Rent

$973/mo

Population

11,161

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

54.5%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

27.6%

Median Age

32.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Princess Anne Elementary School

What grades does Princess Anne Elementary School serve?

Princess Anne Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.

How many students attend Princess Anne Elementary School?

Princess Anne Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Princess Anne Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Princess Anne Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Princess Anne Elementary School rank in MD?

Princess Anne Elementary School ranks #252 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Princess Anne Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Princess Anne Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Princess Anne Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Princess Anne Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Princess Anne Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Princess Anne Elementary School?

74.4% of students at Princess Anne Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.