Summary:
In zip code 21780 (Sabillasville, MD), there is a single elementary school, Sabillasville Environmental School, a small K-8 school with 196 students that is part of the Frederick County Public Schools district.
Sabillasville Environmental School is a standout for its exceptionally high per-student spending of $18,554, which is well above national averages. However, this high spending does not translate into top test scores; the school's overall math proficiency is 25.2% and English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency is 45.5%, both below district averages. The school shows a clear strength in ELA compared to math, with 6th graders even exceeding district and state averages in reading. A major concern is the dramatic performance swings between grade levels, such as 8th graders scoring 0% proficient in math, which may be due to the "small school effect" where a single cohort of students can heavily influence results.
Despite mixed academic performance, there are bright spots. In the 2024-2025 school year, 5th graders scored 52.2% proficient in science, far outperforming the district and state, likely reflecting the school's environmental focus. The school also has a moderate economic disadvantage rate (34.69% free/reduced lunch) and a chronic absenteeism rate (16.7%) that matches the district average. For parents, this school offers a unique K-8 environment with small class sizes and a specialized curriculum, but they should be aware of the inconsistent academic results across subjects and grade levels.
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