Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Yough Glades Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yough Glades Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Yough Glades Elementary School's student population of 275 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Yough Glades Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yough Glades Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#861 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
1%
33%
White
95%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Yough Glades Elementary School's ranking?
Yough Glades Elementary School is ranked #861 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Yough Glades Elementary School often compared to?
Yough Glades Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broad Ford Elementary School, Crellin Elementary School, Accident Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Yough Glades Elementary School?
275 students attend Yough Glades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Yough Glades Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yough Glades Elementary School?
Yough Glades Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yough Glades Elementary School offer ?
Yough Glades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yough Glades Elementary School part of?
Yough Glades Elementary School is part of Garrett County School District.
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