Summary:
The city of Edgewood, Maryland is home to 4 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Harford County Public Schools district. While the district is ranked 10th out of 25 in Maryland and rated 3 stars by SchoolDigger, the schools in Edgewood face some unique challenges, with test scores generally lower than the district and state averages.
Among the standout schools, Edgewood Elementary shines with the highest test scores in the area, with 34.1% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 19.6% in Mathematics. In contrast, Edgewood Middle struggles the most, with only 5.3% of students proficient or better in Mathematics. Edgewood High stands out for its relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 91.5% and lower dropout rate of 5.2%, despite its lower test scores.
Across the schools, there are some common challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 20.3% for all schools, and high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, from 61.61% at Edgewood High to 75.66% at Edgewood Elementary. These factors may contribute to the overall lower academic performance in the area, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique needs of the Edgewood community.
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