Crofton Woods Elementary

734 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Crofton Woods Elementary School, located in Crofton, Maryland, serves as a central hub for the local community, operating under the Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) system. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic achievement and fostering a supportive learning environment for students in grades kindergarten through fifth. Its curriculum focuses on building foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating technology and creative enrichment activities to prepare students for middle school transitions.

Beyond the classroom, Crofton Woods is known for its active community engagement and parental involvement. The school maintains a traditional suburban feel, emphasizing character development and extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to participate in music, arts, and physical education. By prioritizing both scholastic rigor and a nurturing social climate, the school aims to create a comprehensive educational experience that encourages personal growth and community connection for all its students.

734

Total Students

42.1

Full-Time Teachers

17.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

13.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Crofton Woods Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	482
Hispanic	68
Black	62
Asian	61
Two or More	56
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	1

White
482 (65.7 %)
Hispanic
68 (9.3 %)
Black
62 (8.4 %)
Asian
61 (8.3 %)
Two or More
56 (7.6 %)
American Indian
4 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

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:	Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)222-5805
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	734
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	42.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	76
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	23

* 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

Kindergarten 110

Grade 1 120

Grade 2 129

Grade 3 120

Grade 4 129

Grade 5 126