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#602 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 44% in state
Town Creek Elementary
Elementary School · St. Mary's County Public Schools
45805 Dent Dr, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#602 of 1,363
In Lexington Park
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#12 of 26
St. Mary's County Public Schools
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Town Creek Elementary
Town Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Lexington Park, MD, part of St. Mary's County Public Schools. Town Creek Elementary serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Town Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #602 of 1,363 schools in MD. Structured state assessment records for Town Creek Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Town Creek 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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Town Creek Elementary — Students at Town Creek Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
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: 6.1/10.
How Town Creek Elementary Compares
See how Town Creek 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
45805 Dent Dr, Lexington Park, MD 20653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Town Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chesapeake Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evergreen Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby California), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hollywood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lexington Park, see our Lexington Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,923
Median Home Value
$341,900
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
26,799
College Educated
33.8%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Town Creek Elementary
What grades does Town Creek Elementary serve?
Town Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Town Creek Elementary?
Town Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Town Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Town Creek Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Town Creek Elementary rank in MD?
Town Creek Elementary ranks #602 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Town Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Town Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Town Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Town Creek Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Town Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Town Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Town Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Town Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Town Creek Elementary?
51.6% of students at Town Creek 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
- 223
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- St. Mary's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (301) 863-4044
Resources & Links
District
St. Mary's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 17,223
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,088
- District Rank
- #12 of 26
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