Serving 749 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crofton Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crofton Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crofton Woods Elementary School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Crofton Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crofton Woods Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
65%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crofton Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Crofton Woods Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Crofton Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Crofton Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crofton Elementary School, Crofton Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Crofton Woods Elementary School?
749 students attend Crofton Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Crofton Woods Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crofton Woods Elementary School?
Crofton Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crofton Woods Elementary School offer ?
Crofton Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crofton Woods Elementary School part of?
Crofton Woods Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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