Barstow Elementary School
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone: (443) 550-9510
District: Calvert County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 623 students
Barstow Elementary School, a public school located in Prince Frederick, MD, serves grades PK-5 in the Calvert County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Barstow Elementary School is a public school located in Prince Frederick, MD. 623 students attend Barstow Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 7/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 2/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
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My sons have had an excellent experience at Barstow. The teachers and staff are effective in teaching academics, promoting good character, and maintaining home and school communication. I feel like the staff has taken time to get to know my children and genuinely care about their well-being.
Posted: December 30, 2019
Both of my kids have attended Barstow. They had amazing teachers who went above and beyond their call of duty. Each grade had a different homework policy but overall it was reasonable for their age. We did not have any issues with bullying. In fact, they have made some really good friends. They are definitely going to be ready for middle school.
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Posted: December 2, 2017
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Posted: December 2, 2017
We have been very happy with our experience
Posted: July 22, 2017
I was told during parent teacher conferences at the beginning of the year that my child exceeded the grade level expectations. I asked what programs were going to be set in place for my child? The teacher replied that even though my child has exceeded grade level expectations the work given will be the same work the students will receive in reading.
Posted: July 22, 2017
Posted: July 22, 2017
The students get one worksheet a week to complete in one weak. The worksheet is not challenging and very basic. The students do not get math homework the whole school year. Your child will have plenty of social time after school.
Posted: July 22, 2017
Posted: July 22, 2017
Ms. Ward avoids the parents and it is evident of this on back to school night when we only saw her on the tv screen.
Posted: July 22, 2017
My child enjoyed attending Barstow during the 2016-2017 school year for social reasons. However, because the lack of differentiation for students exceeding grade level expectations my child will be withdrawn.
Posted: March 31, 2014
Barstow is an amazing elementary school with caring staff and lots of parent involvement - both with the PTA and in the classroom. The principal and vice principal are invested in the students and every member of the staff do a wonderful job of teaching and nurturing young minds.
Posted: December 7, 2013
I think if children have problems learning, They could help more, And when children come to school sick they should be sent home, That is my main concern that children staying at the school being sick
Posted: February 4, 2013
A good school lots of parent involvement and very parent friendly. The principal and assistant principal are always available to you and the teachers are always willing and happy to talk to you. This school gives you the family type atmosphere you would expect in the country without compromising the education received. We are truly blessed to have our daughter attending this school.
Posted: August 14, 2012
You know the TV show jingle "Everybody knows your name", well that place is Barstow. The Principal and Vice really do know all 500+ kids, as well as many parents and families. At Barstow they put very high effort to get parents involved within the school community, I am saying this as a parent, as well as a volunteer who spends great deal of time in the school. They always have something going on to involve the whole family as well as encourage children for extracurricular activities.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
Reviewed: September 18, 2017
Great school! Lots of resources available and extra curricular activities. Admin is very responsive.
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Tree Landing | Condominium/Townhouse | Prince Frederick | MD | 1.7 mi | |
| 2 | Bowen Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Brandywine | MD | 9 mi | |
| 3 | Richfield Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chesapeake Beach | MD | 10.6 mi | |
| 4 | Estates of Joy Chapel | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hollywood | MD | 14.6 mi | |
| 5 | Leonard's Grant | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Leonardtown | MD | 15.8 mi | |
| 6 | Forrest Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hollywood | MD | 16 mi | |
| 7 | Chesapeake Ranch Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lusby | MD | 16.2 mi | |
| 8 | Clark's Rest | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Leonardtown | MD | 16.5 mi | |
| 9 | Wildewood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | California | MD | 16.8 mi | |
| 10 | Primrose Park in Wildwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | California | MD | 17.2 mi | |
| 11 | Holly Station Townhomes | Apartment Complex | Waldorf | MD | 17.2 mi | |
| 12 | Beverly Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | California | MD | 18.1 mi | |
| 13 | Hunting Quarter | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Callaway | MD | 21.2 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvert County | Prince Frederick | MD | 1.3 mi | |
| 2 | Calvert County | Owings | MD | 10.5 mi | |
| 3 | Calvert County | Dunkirk | MD | 12.8 mi | |
| 4 | Lusby Area | Lusby | MD | 15.9 mi | |
| 5 | Navy Recreation Center (NRC) Solomons | Solomons | MD | 16 mi | |
| 6 | Calvert Marine Museum & River Boat Tour | Solomons | MD | 16.5 mi | |
| 7 | Solomon's Island | Solomons | MD | 16.9 mi | |
| 8 | Leonardtown Area | Leonardtown | MD | 17 mi | |
| 9 | City of California Area | California | MD | 17.2 mi | |
| 10 | La Plata | La Plata | MD | 18.5 mi | |
| 11 | Great Mills Road | Lexington Park | MD | 20.9 mi | |
| 12 | Callaway | Callaway | MD | 21.5 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Patuxent River NAS | 21.2 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 23.7 mi. |
| Dahlgren NSWC | 26.5 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 30.1 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 30.7 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 31.1 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 31.1 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 31.1 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 31.2 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 31.3 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 31.6 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 31.9 mi. |
| Pentagon | 33.1 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 33.7 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 33.8 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 34.5 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 38.7 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 39.4 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 41.2 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 45.5 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 45.6 mi. |
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