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Very Good

#318 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 23% in state

Westminster Elementary

Elementary School · Carroll County Public Schools

811 Uniontown Road, Westminster, MD 21158

Enrollment

555

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#318 of 1,363

In Westminster

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#19 of 40

Carroll County Public Schools

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Westminster Elementary

7.8/10

Elementary School in Westminster · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

William Winchester Elementary

8.4/10

1.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Westminster West Middle

7.4/10

1.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Westminster Elementary

Westminster Elementary is a public elementary school in Westminster, MD, part of Carroll County Public Schools. Westminster Elementary serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Westminster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Westminster Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.1
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.2% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.8% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+17 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,548
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Westminster Elementary — Students at Westminster Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
47.2%
ELA
57.8%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Westminster Elementary Compares

See how Westminster Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
77th percentile in MD
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

811 Uniontown Road, Westminster, MD 21158

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westminster Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Winchester Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Friendship Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Robert Moton Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
William Winchester Elementary Westminster 1.7 mi 8.4
Westminster West Middle Westminster 1.7 mi 7.4
ST JOHN SCHOOL Westminster 1.8 mi 5.5
Westminster East Middle Westminster 1.9 mi 6.9
Carroll Springs School Westminster 2.2 mi
Post Secondary Program Westminster 2.2 mi 7.3
Friendship Valley Elementary Westminster 2.6 mi 8.3
PRIDE School Westminster 2.6 mi
CARROLL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster 2.4 mi 5.4
CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Westminster 2.4 mi
Cranberry Station Elementary Westminster 2.6 mi 7.4
Winters Mill High Westminster 2.7 mi 6.0
Westminster High Westminster 3.2 mi 6.9
Robert Moton Elementary Westminster 3.5 mi 7.5
Flexible Student Support Westminster 3.6 mi 4.8
Gateway School Westminster 3.6 mi 8.1
Crossroads Middle School Westminster 3.6 mi
NORTH CARROLL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Westminster 4.2 mi 5.5
SPRINGDALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Windsor 5.1 mi 8.0
SPRINGDALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Windsor 5.1 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21158 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,795

Median Home Value

$375,100

Median Rent

$1,735/mo

Population

22,404

College Educated

36.3%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

36.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

42.6

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Bakerfield Elementary Aberdeen, MD 7.8
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Forest Hill Elementary Forest Hill, MD 7.8
Glenmount Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 7.8
Hampton Elementary Lutherville, MD 7.8
Imagine Lincoln PCS Temple Hills, MD 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westminster Elementary

What grades does Westminster Elementary serve?

Westminster Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Westminster Elementary?

Westminster Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westminster Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Westminster Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westminster Elementary rank in MD?

Westminster Elementary ranks #318 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Westminster Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Westminster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Westminster Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westminster Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westminster Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Westminster Elementary a Title I school?

No, Westminster Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westminster Elementary?

39.1% of students at Westminster 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Carroll County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

Carroll County Public Schools
District Enrollment
26,123
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,548
District Rank
#19 of 40

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