Serving 687 students in grades 6-8, Elkridge Landing Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkridge Landing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Elkridge Landing Middle School's student population of 687 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkridge Landing Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkridge Landing Middle School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#419 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
28%
33%
White
38%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkridge Landing Middle School's ranking?
Elkridge Landing Middle School is ranked #419 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkridge Landing Middle School often compared to?
Elkridge Landing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfield Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Elkridge Landing Middle School?
687 students attend Elkridge Landing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Elkridge Landing Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkridge Landing Middle School?
Elkridge Landing Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkridge Landing Middle School offer ?
Elkridge Landing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkridge Landing Middle School part of?
Elkridge Landing Middle School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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