Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fountaindale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountaindale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fountaindale Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Fountaindale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fountaindale Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#136 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
17%
33%
White
48%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Fountaindale Elementary School's ranking?
Fountaindale Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fountaindale Elementary School often compared to?
Fountaindale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma K. Doub Elementary School, Williamsport Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fountaindale Elementary School?
414 students attend Fountaindale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fountaindale Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fountaindale Elementary School?
Fountaindale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fountaindale Elementary School offer ?
Fountaindale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fountaindale Elementary School part of?
Fountaindale Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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