Serving 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cranberry Station 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 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cranberry Station Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Cranberry Station 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 Cranberry Station Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#369 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
68%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Cranberry Station Elementary School's ranking?
Cranberry Station Elementary School is ranked #369 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cranberry Station Elementary School often compared to?
Cranberry Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandymount Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cranberry Station Elementary School?
601 students attend Cranberry Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cranberry Station Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cranberry Station Elementary School?
Cranberry Station Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cranberry Station Elementary School offer ?
Cranberry Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cranberry Station Elementary School part of?
Cranberry Station Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.
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