Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barstow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barstow Elementary School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
BUSTER Barstow Bulldogs are Understanding Safe Trustworthy Encouraging Responsible
School Rankings
Barstow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barstow Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#476 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
17%
32%
White
55%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Calvert County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barstow Elementary School's ranking?
Barstow Elementary School is ranked #476 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Barstow Elementary School often compared to?
Barstow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calvert Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Barstow Elementary School?
630 students attend Barstow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Barstow Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barstow Elementary School?
Barstow Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barstow Elementary School offer ?
Barstow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barstow Elementary School part of?
Barstow Elementary School is part of Calvert County School District.
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