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#967 of 1,363 schools in MD
Sandy Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Dorchester County Public Schools
1503 Glasgow Road, Cambridge, MD 21613
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#967 of 1,363
In Cambridge
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
Dorchester County Public Schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Sandy Hill Elementary
Sandy Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Cambridge, MD, part of Dorchester County Public Schools. Sandy Hill Elementary serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandy Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #967 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Sandy Hill Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Sandy Hill 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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Sandy Hill Elementary — Students at Sandy Hill Elementary score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 7%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
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: 3.4/10.
How Sandy Hill Elementary Compares
See how Sandy Hill 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
1503 Glasgow Road, Cambridge, MD 21613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandy Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Warwick Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Secretary), which scores notably higher. Another option is White Marsh Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Trappe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Dorchester School (rated 7.9/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Church Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mace's Lane Middle School Cambridge | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Choptank Elementary School Cambridge | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| OPEN BIBLE ACADEMY Cambridge | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Cambridge-South Dorchester High School Cambridge | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Maple Elementary School Cambridge | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| White Marsh Elementary Trappe | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| COUNTRYSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cambridge | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| VISIONQUEST MORNING STAR YOUTH ACADEMY Woolford | 7.7 mi | — |
| Warwick Elementary School Secretary | 8.1 mi | 8.3 |
| SS PETER & PAUL HIGH SCHOOL Easton | 11.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Easton High Easton | 12.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Easton Middle Easton | 12.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SAINTS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Easton | 13.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Easton Elementary Easton | 13.3 mi | 5.3 |
| THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Easton | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
| South Dorchester School Church Creek | 13.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CHESAPEAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Easton | 14.6 mi | 6.6 |
| North Dorchester Middle School Hurlock | 11.6 mi | 7.0 |
| North Dorchester High School Hurlock | 11.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Preston Elementary School Preston | 13.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,171
Median Home Value
$279,700
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
18,167
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
52.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
43.1
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|---|---|
| Furley Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Bowie, MD | 5.2 |
| Gunpowder Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.2 |
| Hazelwood Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD | 5.2 |
| Hillcrest Heights Elementary Temple Hills, MD | 5.2 |
| MOTHER SETON SCHOOL Emmitsburg, MD | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandy Hill Elementary
What grades does Sandy Hill Elementary serve?
Sandy Hill Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sandy Hill Elementary?
Sandy Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandy Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandy Hill 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 Sandy Hill Elementary rank in MD?
Sandy Hill Elementary ranks #967 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Sandy Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sandy Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Sandy Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandy Hill Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sandy Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Sandy Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sandy Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sandy Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sandy Hill Elementary?
100.0% of students at Sandy Hill 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
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dorchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (410) 228-7978
Resources & Links
District
Dorchester County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,608
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,340
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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