Serving 868 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fulton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fulton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Fulton Elementary School's student population of 868 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fulton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fulton Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
17%
33%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulton Elementary School's ranking?
Fulton Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Fulton Elementary School?
868 students attend Fulton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Fulton Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fulton Elementary School?
Fulton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fulton Elementary School offer ?
Fulton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fulton Elementary School part of?
Fulton Elementary School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Fulton Elementary School located?
Fulton Elementary School is located in the Maple Lawn neighborhood of Fulton, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Maple Lawn.
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