Summary:
Zip code 21536 is home to a single school, Grantsville Elementary, a public school serving grades PK through 5 with 204 students as part of the Garrett County Public Schools district.
Grantsville Elementary stands out for its strong mathematics performance, with 38% of all students proficient compared to 27.1% statewide, and notably low chronic absenteeism at 13.1%—roughly half the district's rate of 22.9%. The school also demonstrates a "3rd grade peak," where 54.2% of third graders are proficient in both math and English Language Arts (ELA), significantly higher than its 4th and 5th-grade scores. However, the school lags in overall ELA proficiency (46.8% vs. 51.7% statewide), and its 5th-grade science proficiency of 37.5% exceeds both district and state averages. With a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1 and high per-student spending of $22,238, the school invests heavily in its students, yet its overall state rank is 363rd out of 864 Maryland elementary schools (58th percentile), earning a consistent 3-star rating.
Despite serving a community where nearly 70% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, Grantsville Elementary shows resilience through strong math scores and excellent attendance, suggesting a supportive school culture. The contrast between high math achievement and below-average ELA results points to a potential area for instructional focus, while the high spending relative to mixed academic outcomes raises questions about resource allocation. Overall, this school offers a solid foundation with clear strengths in math and attendance, but families should note the need for growth in reading and writing skills as students progress through the grades.
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