Summary:
Zip code 21028, covering Churchville, Maryland, is home to a single school, Churchville Elementary, a public school serving Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade with 364 students.
Churchville Elementary is a standout academic performer, ranking in the top 6% of all elementary schools in Maryland with a 5-star rating for the 2025-2026 school year. The school dramatically outperforms both its district, Harford County Public Schools, and the state in every subject. For example, 63.2% of students are proficient in math compared to just 27.1% statewide, and 79.7% are proficient in English Language Arts versus 51.7% statewide. The school also boasts a low chronic absenteeism rate of 12.0% (well below the district's 18.5%) and a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate of 25.27%, indicating a supportive community. Per-student spending is a substantial $16,351.
Two notable trends stand out. First, there is a significant drop in math proficiency between 4th grade (70.7%) and 5th grade (50.0%), a 20.7 percentage point decline that warrants attention. Second, 5th-grade science scores saw a remarkable 22.9 percentage point improvement from the previous year, jumping to 65.5% proficiency. This suggests a successful new science curriculum or intervention. Overall, Churchville Elementary is a top-tier, well-resourced school delivering exceptional academic results, with the 5th-grade math dip being the primary area for parents to investigate further.
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