PINEY ORCHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Piney Orchard Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools school district, located in Odenton, MD with about 638 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, Piney Orchard Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Piney Orchard Elementary School, located in the master-planned community of Odenton, Maryland, serves a diverse student population as part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools system. The school is known for being deeply integrated into the surrounding Piney Orchard neighborhood, fostering a strong sense of community involvement and parent participation. With a commitment to academic excellence, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and science, while also offering various extracurricular activities to support the holistic development of its students.

The school is characterized by its welcoming and inclusive environment, which aims to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere for children in grades Pre-K through 5. Piney Orchard Elementary focuses on preparing students for future academic success by fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and character education. By leveraging its suburban setting and active local community support, the school strives to maintain high engagement levels and strong relationships between educators, students, and families, ensuring a well-rounded elementary school experience.

For more information, contact Piney Orchard Elementary at (410) 672-7591 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.