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Walter S. Mills - Parole Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 507 students

 

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Posted March 31, 2011

All my children disliked the school strongly and also disliked the uniforms. My thought of majority of the teachers is that they were very un professional. And when my children went to another school they got better grades, learned more, and wasnt influenced badly as they was of here. They thought the lunches werent very tasty and learned very distrubing things that were talked about with friends and written in the poorley sanitized bathrooms. I suggest you dont enroll your child here with all do respect of mills parole.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 23, 2011

Mills Parole Elementary is a great school it gives kids the education and skills every kid needs great lunches and excellent students.Also the teachers AMAZING they have so much knowlegde you can't find at a regular school if you want your kid to get a good education and have fun during the process also if you want him/her to go to college sign them up for Mills Parole Elementary today!!!!!!!!!!


Posted July 22, 2009

Great school and teacher. I love Mills Parole. I attend this school as well as my two young sons.
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Posted May 28, 2008

My daughter has been attending Mills-Parole since pre-k (now a 3rd grader). I love the principle and staff. They give each student their full undivided attention which I love, and it has made my daughter the straight A student that she is today. Kudos to the staff at MILLS-PAROLE ELEMENTARY!
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Posted July 27, 2007

I credit Mrs Adam and her great staff of teachers. For helping me to educate my girls with an excellent elementary school education.
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Posted March 15, 2006

Both my son's started school at this school. I have to say this is the most engaging, caring, and outstanding group of professionals I have ever met. I can't say enough about Mrs. Adams, the principal, she is just amazing and she, like the rest of her staff, truly care for these children. It may take more effort but the staff will not let your cild fall by the way side. As a parent I couldn't ask for a better environment for my children.
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Posted May 24, 2005

I have a second grader who is currently attending this school. I would not dream of moving until he can finnish 5th grade there. The staff that has taught my son have gone above and beyond to make sure that he recieved everything he needed. I can say from the principal all the way down to the cafe staff deserve a raise. Low score or no scores these people care. I know for sure that our parents have to step up and give the academic support at home as much as possible. The reinforcement is paramount in supporting the faculty in educating our children. It is our job as much as it is theirs. O. Johnson
—Submitted by O Johnson, a parent


Posted April 26, 2005

I feel the previous review was totally incorrect. This school scored across the board on every single State test. It was below average throughout the entire state average of Maryland. The staff does work hard however the neighborhood is ideal to raise a child in. If you can choose a better living area I highly suggest you do!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 6, 2004

The administration at Walter S. Mills-Parole Elementary School, 'love their jobs' this is evident in their dealings with parents and students, as well as the staff. The principal maintains an open door policy, feel free to stop in to check for yourself. What you will find is a friendly and devoted staff memebers who love what they do, and are not afraid to tell anyone who inquires. The children are benefiting greatly by attending such a well supported institution. If you do not believe me ask any of the 5 and 6 year olds you may see who not only can read and write complete thoughts by the end of December, can also count to 200 and identify time on the clock. These kids are learning and enjoying themselves in the process. Don't take my word for it, stop by and see for yourself. Sincerely, Ms.T


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 88% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

67 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
76%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 90% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
76%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

64 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
84%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
53%

2009

 
 
29%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland School Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and grades 5 and 8 in science. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 48% 36%
Hispanic 41% 12%
Two or more races 7% 3%
White 3% 43%
Asian 1% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 81%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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103 Chinquapin Round Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: (410) 222-1626

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