Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mutual Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mutual Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 12% 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
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Mutual 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 Mutual Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#486 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
4%
24%
Black
15%
32%
White
70%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Calvert County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mutual Elementary School's ranking?
Mutual Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mutual Elementary School often compared to?
Mutual Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Leonard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Mutual Elementary School?
374 students attend Mutual Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mutual Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mutual Elementary School?
Mutual Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mutual Elementary School offer ?
Mutual Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mutual Elementary School part of?
Mutual Elementary School is part of Calvert County School District.
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