Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westminster Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westminster Elementary School's student population of 564 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Westminster Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westminster Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#352 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
7%
32%
White
65%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Carroll County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westminster Elementary School's ranking?
Westminster Elementary School is ranked #352 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Westminster Elementary School often compared to?
Westminster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friendship Valley Elementary School, William Winchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Westminster Elementary School?
564 students attend Westminster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Westminster Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westminster Elementary School?
Westminster Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westminster Elementary School offer ?
Westminster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westminster Elementary School part of?
Westminster Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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