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Crellin Elementary

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Crellin Elementary ranks 241 st of 865 Maryland elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades K-5

241^st

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 865 Maryland Elementary Schools

Better than 72% of Maryland elementary schools

Summary

Crellin Elementary is a small, rural K-5 school in Oakland, MD, serving 152 students within the Garrett County Public Schools district, and it has become a standout success story by achieving a 4-star rating and ranking in the 72nd percentile statewide despite a high rate of economic disadvantage among its students.

What truly sets Crellin apart is its exceptional academic growth, particularly in math, where its 54.9% proficiency rate is nearly double that of nearby schools like Broad Ford Elementary (27.6%) and Swan Meadow School (25.9%). The school also boasts a remarkably low chronic absenteeism rate of just 6.5%, far below the district average of 22.9% and dramatically lower than neighbors like Yough Glades Elementary (23.2%). This combination of strong math performance and high student engagement has fueled a remarkable turnaround from a 2-star rating in 2018-2019 to its current 4-star status, a trajectory that contrasts sharply with the declining performance of some nearby schools.

While Crellin excels overall, it is important to note that its success is not uniform across all student groups, with some subgroups showing lower performance. However, the school’s consistent year-over-year improvement and its ability to achieve top-tier results in a challenging demographic context suggest that its instructional strategies and supportive school culture are highly effective. For parents, Crellin represents a school that has not only reversed a downward trend but has also built a strong foundation for continued success, making it a compelling choice in the Oakland area.

152

Students ?

13.5

Student/teacher ratio ?

$17,893

Per pupil spending ?

65.8%

Free/discounted lunch ?

115 Kendall Dr
Oakland, MD 21550-5307

(301) 334-4704

District: Garrett County Public Schools

Racial breakdown:

White:

98.0%

Two or more races:

2.0%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 54th percentile in 2016 → 72nd in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Maryland average (52% vs 39% meeting standards)

✓Ranking is trending up — up 18 percentile points since 2016

✓Above the Maryland median (72nd percentile)

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school52%

District avg42%

Maryland avg39%

241^st of 865

Maryland public elementary schools ?

Top 28%▲ up 18 pts since 2016

From top 46% (2016) to top 28% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

2^nd of 7Elementary Schools in the Garrett County Public Schools

9^th of 24Garrett 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	73.3	241 of 865	72.1%	★★★★☆
2025	70.2	255 of 865	70.5%	★★★★☆
2024	64.2	280 of 859	67.4%	★★★☆☆
2023	61.4	292 of 855	65.8%	★★★☆☆
2022	45.8	429 of 862	50.2%	★★★☆☆
2021	31.9	457 of 802	43.0%	★★☆☆☆
2019	29.4	554 of 853	35.1%	★★☆☆☆
2018	42.7	446 of 857	48.0%	★★☆☆☆
2017	37.5	495 of 847	41.6%	★★☆☆☆
2016	50.8	388 of 845	54.1%	★★★☆☆
2015	64.6	280 of 859	67.4%	★★★☆☆
2014	85.9	57 of 867	93.4%	★★★★★
2013	66.7	284 of 847	66.5%	★★★☆☆
2012	88.7	1 of 857	99.9%	★★★★★
2011	86.8	28 of 853	96.7%	★★★★★
2010	90.5	1 of 855	99.9%	★★★★★
2009	85.4	52 of 850	93.9%	★★★★★
2008	87.8	19 of 838	97.7%	★★★★★
2007	44.6	502 of 818	38.6%	★★☆☆☆
2006	41.3	518 of 804	35.6%	★★☆☆☆
2005	80.9	124 of 805	84.6%	★★★★☆
2004	63.9	339 of 803	57.8%	★★★☆☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	32.1	468 of 796	41.2%	★★☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Maryland percentile	Rating
2021	15.7	465 of 528	11.9%	★☆☆☆☆

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)

Female (2021)41st percentile~ school

White (2021)12th percentile-31 vs school

By subject vs Maryland (2025-2026) ?

Mathematics55%+28 vs state

English Language Arts55%+3 vs state

Science38%+5 vs state

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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 6th Grade	MCAP Mathematics 7th Grade	MCAP Mathematics 8th 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 6th Grade	MCAP English Language Arts 7th Grade	MCAP English Language Arts 8th Grade	MCAP English Language Arts All Grades	MCAP Science 5th Grade	MCAP Science 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Crellin Elementary	Public	K-5	115 Kendall Dr	Oakland	21550	Garrett County	Garrett County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(301) 334-4704	152	11	13.5	65.8%	149 (98.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (2.0%)	73.3	241^st of 865 public elementary schools	72.1%		70.2	255^th of 865 public elementary schools	70.5%	14	65.5	54.2	44.8				54.9	55.2	50.0	58.6				54.9	37.9		$17,893	$3,176	$14,717
Swan Meadow School	Public	K-8	6709 Garrett Highway	Oakland	21550	Garrett County	Garrett County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(301) 334-2059	54	4	15.4	59.3%	49 (90.7%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (3.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (5.6%)								(n/a)							25.9							40.7			$23,078	$3,831	$19,247
Yough Glades Elementary	Public	PK, KG-6	70 Wolf Acres Dr	Oakland	21550	Garrett County	Garrett County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(301) 334-3334	299	28	10.8	73.6%	283 (94.6%)	2 (0.7%)	5 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (3.0%)	53.6	381^st of 865 public elementary schools	56.0%		36.3	504^th of 865 public elementary schools	41.7%	123	52.8	23.3	29.5				34.1	55.6	34.9	54.5				48.0	36.4		$21,936	$3,796	$18,140
Broad Ford Elementary	Public	PK, KG-6	607 Harvey Winters Rd	Oakland	21550	Garrett County	Garrett County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(301) 334-9445	601	57	10.5	66.7%	561 (93.3%)	5 (0.8%)	13 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (3.7%)	50	410^th of 865 public elementary schools	52.6%		41.7	476^th of 865 public elementary schools	45.0%	66	43.6	37.3	26.9	15.1			27.6	50.9	51.3	38.8	52.0			48.9	23.9		$17,554	$2,935	$14,619
Accident Elementary	Public	PK, KG-6	534 Accident-Bittinger Rd	Accident	21520	Garrett County	Garrett County Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(301) 746-8863	221	21	10.6	53.4%	199 (90.0%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (5.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (4.1%)	77.2	205^th of 865 public elementary schools	76.3%		81.3	166^th of 865 public elementary schools	80.8%	39	69.2	48.4	52.0				57.9	61.5	64.5	52.0				60.0	34.6		$20,014	$4,014	$15,999
Friendsville Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	841 First Ave	Friendsville	21531	Garrett County	Garrett County Public Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(301) 746-5100	137	11	12.2	56.9%	131 (95.6%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (4.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	51.5	402^nd of 865 public elementary schools	53.5%		60.2	331^st of 865 public elementary schools	61.7%	71	38.9	25.0	47.4				38.8	27.8	50.0	36.8				36.7	50.0		$21,981	$4,444	$17,538

Frequently Asked Questions about Crellin Elementary

Is Crellin Elementary a good school?

Crellin Elementary ranks 241^st of 865 Maryland elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Crellin Elementary?

In the 2024-25 school year, 152 students attended Crellin Elementary.

What district is Crellin Elementary in?

Garrett County Public Schools

What schools do graduates of Crellin Elementary attend?

Students who attend Crellin Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Southern Garrett High School

What is the racial makeup of Crellin Elementary?

Students at Crellin Elementary are 98% White, 2% Two or more races.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Maryland State Department of Education.

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