Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mays Chapel 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 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mays Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mays Chapel Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Mays Chapel 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 Mays Chapel Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#248 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
17%
33%
White
44%
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
26%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Mays Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Mays Chapel Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 1,338 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Mays Chapel Elementary School?
574 students attend Mays Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mays Chapel Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mays Chapel Elementary School?
Mays Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mays Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Mays Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mays Chapel Elementary School part of?
Mays Chapel Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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