Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenview Knolls Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenview Knolls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Greenview Knolls Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenview Knolls Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenview Knolls Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#792 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
38%
33%
White
32%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenview Knolls Elementary School's ranking?
Greenview Knolls Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Greenview Knolls Elementary School often compared to?
Greenview Knolls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Holly Elementary School, Town Creek Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Greenview Knolls Elementary School?
322 students attend Greenview Knolls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Greenview Knolls Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenview Knolls Elementary School?
Greenview Knolls Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greenview Knolls Elementary School offer ?
Greenview Knolls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenview Knolls Elementary School part of?
Greenview Knolls Elementary School is part of St. Mary's County School District.
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