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Jessup Elementary

Q: Is Jessup Elementary a good school?

Jessup Elementary ranks 392 nd of 865 Maryland elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public Grades PK, KG-5

392^nd

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 865 Maryland Elementary Schools

Better than 55% of Maryland elementary schools

Summary

Jessup Elementary is a mid-sized school in Jessup, MD, serving 646 students in grades PK-5 within the Anne Arundel County Public Schools district, and it has recently earned a 3-star rating, placing it in the 55th percentile statewide—a notable improvement from the previous year.

Jessup Elementary stands out for its exceptional performance in 5th-grade science and English Language Arts (ELA). In 5th-grade science, 43.6% of students were proficient, significantly outperforming the district (37.8%) and every nearby school, including Manor View Elementary and Pershing Hill Elementary. Similarly, in 5th-grade ELA, Jessup’s students achieved a 57% proficiency rate, surpassing the district average of 49% and the state average of 46.8%. This "late-bloomer" pattern is unique among peers, as the school starts below district averages in 3rd and 4th grades but surges ahead by 5th grade. However, math proficiency is a consistent weakness, with scores declining from 40.4% in 3rd grade to just 21.3% in 5th grade, a trend that contrasts sharply with the school’s ELA success. Chronic absenteeism, at 23.4%, is also higher than the district average of 19.9% and nearly double that of high-performing neighbors like Manor View (12.4%).

Despite being in a lower-ranked district, Jessup Elementary outperforms several schools from the higher-performing Howard County Public Schools district, such as Guilford Elementary (37th percentile) and Bollman Bridge Elementary (48th percentile). The school serves a moderately diverse, lower-middle-income population, with 47.5% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price meals, and it has shown particular strength in supporting economically disadvantaged students. While math and attendance remain areas for growth, Jessup’s targeted 5th-grade programs in science and ELA make it a compelling option for families seeking a school that helps students finish strong.

646

Students ?

15.4

Student/teacher ratio ?

$16,562

Per pupil spending ?

47.5%

Free/discounted lunch ?

2798 Champion Forest Avenue
Jessup, MD 20794-9712

(410) 799-1200

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Students who attend Jessup Elementary usually attend:

Middle:	Meade Middle
High:	Meade High

Racial breakdown:

African American:

32.4%

Hispanic:

31.7%

White:

20.0%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 57th percentile in 2016 → 55th in 2026

Strengths

✓Above the Maryland median (55th percentile)

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school40%

District avg43%

Maryland avg39%

392^nd of 865

Maryland public elementary schools ?

Top 45%▼ down 2 pts since 2016

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

41^st of 81Elementary Schools in the Anne Arundel County Public Schools

13^th of 24Anne Arundel County Public Schools among Maryland districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2026	52.6	392 of 865	54.7%	★★★☆☆
2025	45.5	446 of 865	48.4%	★★☆☆☆
2024	44.9	416 of 859	51.6%	★★★☆☆
2023	42.5	433 of 855	49.4%	★★☆☆☆
2022	61.8	310 of 862	64.0%	★★★☆☆
2021	25.0	548 of 802	31.7%	★★☆☆☆
2019	42.9	443 of 853	48.1%	★★☆☆☆
2018	45.9	425 of 857	50.4%	★★★☆☆
2017	46.8	413 of 847	51.2%	★★★☆☆
2016	53.0	362 of 845	57.2%	★★★☆☆
2015	61.8	305 of 859	64.5%	★★★☆☆
2014	79.8	148 of 867	82.9%	★★★★☆
2013	67.6	272 of 847	67.9%	★★★☆☆
2012	69.7	266 of 857	69.0%	★★★☆☆
2011	58.5	400 of 853	53.1%	★★★☆☆
2010	63.6	351 of 855	58.9%	★★★☆☆
2009	58.6	401 of 850	52.8%	★★★☆☆
2008	57.0	416 of 838	50.4%	★★★☆☆
2007	58.0	384 of 818	53.1%	★★★☆☆
2006	50.5	441 of 804	45.1%	★★☆☆☆
2005	51.6	428 of 805	46.8%	★★☆☆☆
2004	58.2	402 of 803	49.9%	★★★☆☆

African American

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	36.3	317 of 504	37.1%	★★☆☆☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	26.9	526 of 796	33.9%	★★☆☆☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	36.0	198 of 347	42.9%	★★☆☆☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	45.7	247 of 546	54.8%	★★★☆☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	21.2	599 of 788	24.0%	★☆☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	23.5	396 of 528	25.0%	★☆☆☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Low Socio Economic Status (2021)55th percentile+23 vs school

Hispanic (2021)43rd percentile+11 vs school

African American (2021)37th percentile+5 vs school

Female (2021)34th percentile~ school

White (2021)25th percentile-7 vs school

Male (2021)24th percentile-8 vs school

By subject vs Maryland (2025-2026) ?

English Language Arts50%~ state avg

Science44%+11 vs state

Mathematics30%+3 vs state

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by a parent
Sunday, September 1, 2013

Jessup offers outstanding opportunities for its students and family members!

The staff are caring and 'gung-ho'! They go 'above and beyond' what is required - and truly care about the students. If you want to gain the most from your time at Jessup, choose to be involved! There are opportunites to make a difference at every level.

In 2013, Jessup became the 1st "LEADER IN ME" school in Maryland! All staff members (teachers, custodial, front office, cafeteria...) have been trained in the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. There is a great spirit at this school.

At Jessup, the focus is on the "whole child": there is emphasis on Academic Excellence, Physical Fitness, Self-reliance and Determination & Leadership. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				MCAP Mathematics (2026)				MCAP English Language Arts (2026)				MCAP Science (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2025)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MCAP Mathematics 3rd Grade	MCAP Mathematics 4th Grade	MCAP Mathematics 5th Grade	MCAP Mathematics All Grades	MCAP English Language Arts 3rd Grade	MCAP English Language Arts 4th Grade	MCAP English Language Arts 5th Grade	MCAP English Language Arts All Grades	MCAP Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Jessup Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	2798 Champion Forest Avenue	Jessup	20794	Howard County	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 799-1200	646	42	15.4	47.5%	129 (20.0%)	209 (32.4%)	205 (31.7%)	40 (6.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	63 (9.8%)	52.6	392^nd of 865 public elementary schools	54.7%		45.5	446^th of 865 public elementary schools	48.4%	54	40.4	25.6	21.3	29.6	52.0	40.5	57.0	50.2	43.6	$16,562	$1,407	$15,156
West Meade Early Education Center	Public	PK-K	7722 Ray Street	Fort Meade	20755	Anne Arundel County	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 222-6545	246	17	14.9	34.1%	93 (37.8%)	37 (15.0%)	56 (22.8%)	13 (5.3%)	2 (0.8%)	1 (0.4%)	44 (17.9%)								(n/a)										$21,173	$1,444	$19,728
Pershing Hill Elementary	Public	K-5	7600 29th Division Road	Fort Meade	20755	Anne Arundel County	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 222-6519	434	35	12.4	20.0%	164 (37.8%)	111 (25.6%)	88 (20.3%)	8 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	62 (14.3%)	54.5	371^st of 865 public elementary schools	57.1%		60.6	329^th of 865 public elementary schools	62.0%	42	42.5	25.9	23.6	29.6	60.3	50.9	53.8	54.4	34.4	$16,462	$1,537	$14,926
Hebron - Harman Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	7660 Ridge Chapel Road	Hanover	21076	Howard County	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(410) 859-4510	459	39	11.8	61.7%	60 (13.1%)	168 (36.6%)	136 (29.6%)	52 (11.3%)	2 (0.4%)	1 (0.2%)	40 (8.7%)	27.5	604^th of 865 public elementary schools	30.2%		25.6	604^th of 865 public elementary schools	30.2%		21.2	25.0	20.6	22.2	39.4	30.0	30.2	33.3	19.0	$16,256	$1,754	$14,502
Manor View Elementary	Public	1-5	2900 Macarthur Rd	Fort Meade	20755	Anne Arundel County	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 222-6504	374	25	14.7	23.5%	155 (41.4%)	82 (21.9%)	83 (22.2%)	11 (2.9%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.8%)	40 (10.7%)	58.4	338^th of 865 public elementary schools	60.9%		60.1	334^th of 865 public elementary schools	61.4%	4	37.5	42.9	25.0	35.8	57.5	51.6	50.0	53.4	38.0	$21,666	$1,830	$19,836
Deep Run Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	6925 Old Waterloo Rd	Elkridge	21075	Howard County	Howard County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(410) 313-5000	638	60	10.6	54.1%	103 (16.1%)	124 (19.4%)	320 (50.2%)	60 (9.4%)	5 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	26 (4.1%)	47.9	427^th of 865 public elementary schools	50.6%		47.9	420^th of 865 public elementary schools	51.4%	7	33.7	33.7	26.1	31.3	47.4	43.8	44.8	45.4	35.2	$23,238	$1,842	$21,396
Hanover Hills Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	7030 Banbury Drive	Hanover	21076	Howard County	Howard County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(410) 313-8066	875	71	12.3	43.0%	95 (10.9%)	373 (42.6%)	179 (20.5%)	159 (18.2%)	5 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	64 (7.3%)	33.6	542^nd of 865 public elementary schools	37.3%		32.2	542^nd of 865 public elementary schools	37.3%		34.0	18.0	15.1	23.0	41.8	42.1	37.7	40.6	21.9	$20,506	$1,020	$19,486
Meade Heights Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	1925 Reece Road	Fort Meade	20755	Anne Arundel County	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(410) 222-6509	494	37	13.2	65.8%	43 (8.7%)	299 (60.5%)	89 (18.0%)	26 (5.3%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	36 (7.3%)	22.3	653^rd of 865 public elementary schools	24.5%		24.6	619^th of 865 public elementary schools	28.4%	34	20.3	22.8	16.1	19.8	31.3	19.6	28.1	26.6	21.8	$17,111	$1,597	$15,514
Bollman Bridge Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	8200 Savage-Guilford Road	Jessup	20794	Howard County	Howard County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(410) 880-5920	775	64	12.1	52.9%	167 (21.5%)	288 (37.2%)	226 (29.2%)	46 (5.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	48 (6.2%)	44.3	449^th of 865 public elementary schools	48.1%		32.3	540^th of 865 public elementary schools	37.6%	91	39.7	26.3	24.0	30.4	52.1	43.0	40.8	45.6	24.8	$20,412	$1,524	$18,888
Van Bokkelen Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	1140 Reece Rd	Severn	21144	Anne Arundel County	Anne Arundel County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(410) 222-6535	471	41	11.4	87.0%	23 (4.9%)	289 (61.4%)	127 (27.0%)	5 (1.1%)	5 (1.1%)	2 (0.4%)	20 (4.2%)	11.6	799^th of 865 public elementary schools	7.6%		14.3	767^th of 865 public elementary schools	11.3%	32	10.2	13.6	6.0	9.7	15.3	20.3	20.9	18.9	10.6	$22,243	$2,829	$19,415

Frequently Asked Questions about Jessup Elementary

Is Jessup Elementary a good school?

Jessup Elementary ranks 392^nd of 865 Maryland elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

What schools do graduates of Jessup Elementary attend?

Students who attend Jessup Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Meade Middle
High : Meade High

How many students attend Jessup Elementary?

In the 2024-25 school year, 646 students attended Jessup Elementary.

What is the racial makeup of Jessup Elementary?

Students at Jessup Elementary are 32% African American, 32% Hispanic, 20% White, 10% Two or more races, 6% Asian.

What district is Jessup Elementary in?

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

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