Chesapeake City Elementary

2801 Augustine Herman Hwy
Chesapeake City, MD 21915

(410)885-2085

www.ccps.org/Domain/109

379 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Chesapeake City Elementary School, located in the historic town of Chesapeake City, Maryland, serves as a focal point for the local community within the Cecil County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment where students in their early formative years receive a strong foundation in core subjects. By emphasizing both intellectual growth and character development, the school strives to prepare its students to become responsible, lifelong learners who can thrive in a diverse and ever-changing society.

Beyond the classroom, Chesapeake City Elementary is known for its strong emphasis on community involvement and collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. The school utilizes its unique location to enhance the educational experience, often integrating local history and resources into its culture. With a focus on inclusive teaching practices and a dedicated faculty, the school aims to provide a safe, nurturing space that addresses the individual needs of every child, ensuring they feel encouraged and valued throughout their elementary journey.

379

Total Students

23.7

Full-Time Teachers

16.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

42.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chesapeake City Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	310
Hispanic	29
Black	12
Two or More	28

White
310 (81.8 %)
Hispanic
29 (7.7 %)
Two or More
28 (7.4 %)
Black
12 (3.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cecil County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)885-2085
Website:	http://www.ccps.org/Domain/109
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	379
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	23.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	149
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 38

Kindergarten 51

Grade 1 45

Grade 2 53

Grade 3 66

Grade 4 66

Grade 5 60