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Arnold Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 464 students

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9 reviews of this school


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Posted October 9, 2009

We are so pleased with Arnold Elementary School - we have a 4th grader and kindergartener enrolled - the teachers are superb and they always go the extra mile.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 20, 2009

Arnold is a great school, as others have said before the parents, teachers, and staff go to great lengths to make this a wonderful school. The district is full of politics and since Arnold is such a good school there is little support and funding available, which adds to the facilities issues. Parents often pick up the tab for the district. As a teacher myself I can not speak highly enough about what a great school this is. Totally deserving of a 10 rating.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 29, 2009

The principal and staff make this school. They are very involved and supportive. The physical condition of the school could use some updating, but that does not take away from the efforts of staff, PTA and parents who make Arnold a great public school. There is aftercare in the school and right next door at a church.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 22, 2009

This is a terrific school. The principal and teachers have been very supportive and helpful with both of my sons, one has ADHD and the other has speech issues. The PTA is wonderful and does not hesitate to assist the staff and the students. I am amazed at how great this school is and would tell anyone to send their children here. GREAT school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 6, 2007

Wonderful School, great teachers and staff.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 1, 2007

Arnold Elementary is a wonderful school. My nephew went here 10 years ago and now my sons attend and I am extremely happy. The principal and teachers are top notch. You can't go wrong with this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 16, 2006

Arnold is very family oriented, wonderful, safe school. Principal along with all the teachers are great. You can not go wrong with this school. Parents offers lot of support in volunteering and activities.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 1, 2006

A Wonderful learning environment supported by a Great cast of teachers and parents that make it all come together....'Outstanding' school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 23, 2004

The parent/teacher envolvement at this school is what make Arnold such a great school. Everyone is committed to seeing all the students succeed in a quality environment.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

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.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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97%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.

79 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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98%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

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96%
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.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
99%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

97 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
100%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
100%
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.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
95%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 90% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
>=95%

2008

 
 
99%
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2012.

82 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
>=95%

2010

 
 
>=95%

2009

 
 
91%
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
White 82% 46%
Black 12% 38%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 6%
Hispanic 3% 10%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 7%N/A35%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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90 Church Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
Phone: (410) 222-1670

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