Below Average
#1120 of 1,363 schools in MD
Swan Creek School
School · Harford County Public Schools
253 Paradise Road, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,120 of 1,363
In Aberdeen
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#52 of 55
Harford County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Swan Creek School
School in Aberdeen · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Swan Creek School
Swan Creek School is a public school in Aberdeen, MD, part of Harford County Public Schools. Swan Creek School serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Swan Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,120 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Swan Creek School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Swan Creek School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Swan Creek School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at Swan Creek School 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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Swan Creek School — Students at Swan Creek School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 4 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Swan Creek School Compares
See how Swan Creek School 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
253 Paradise Road, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swan Creek School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Bel Air), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Havre De Grace), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Aberdeen, see our Aberdeen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Educational Opportunity Aberdeen | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Aberdeen High Aberdeen | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Bakerfield Elementary Aberdeen | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Aberdeen Middle Aberdeen | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Aberdeen | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Halls Cross Roads Elementary Aberdeen | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Roye-Williams Elementary Havre De Grace | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| GREAT COMMISSION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace | 4.1 mi | — |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Havre de Grace Middle Havre De Grace | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Havre de Grace High Havre De Grace | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Havre de Grace Elementary Havre De Grace | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Meadowvale Elementary Havre De Grace | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Churchville Elementary Churchville | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Church Creek Elementary Belcamp | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Bel Air | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Bel Air | 5.3 mi | 5.6 |
| THE MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Churchville | 5.8 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perryville | 6.4 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,778
Median Home Value
$267,400
Median Rent
$1,391/mo
Population
26,121
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP WALSH SCHOOL,K-12/DIOCESE Cumberland, MD | 4.5 |
| MOUNT AIRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mount Airy, MD | 4.5 |
| HARFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Darlington, MD | 4.8 |
| Monocacy Valley Montessori Frederick, MD | 4.8 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cresaptown, MD | 3.9 |
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkton, MD | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swan Creek School
What grades does Swan Creek School serve?
Swan Creek School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Swan Creek School?
Swan Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swan Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Swan Creek School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Swan Creek School rank in MD?
Swan Creek School ranks #1,120 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Swan Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?
Swan Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Swan Creek School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Swan Creek School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Swan Creek School a charter school?
No, Swan Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Swan Creek School a Title I school?
No, Swan Creek School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swan Creek School?
25.6% of students at Swan Creek 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.7%
- Phone
- (410) 273-5594
Resources & Links
District
Harford County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 38,105
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,493
- District Rank
- #52 of 55
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