Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dynard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dynard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dynard Elementary School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Dynard Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dynard Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#252 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)40-44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
10%
33%
White
77%
32%
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
35%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dynard Elementary School's ranking?
Dynard Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Dynard Elementary School often compared to?
Dynard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Banneker Elementary School, Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dynard Elementary School?
427 students attend Dynard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dynard Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dynard Elementary School?
Dynard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dynard Elementary School offer ?
Dynard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dynard Elementary School part of?
Dynard Elementary School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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