Serving 749 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centennial Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Lane Elementary serves the eastern part of Ellicott City, MD, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Lane Elementary School's student population of 749 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centennial Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Lane Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
44%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Lane Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Centennial Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Worthington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Centennial Lane Elementary School?
749 students attend Centennial Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Centennial Lane Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Lane Elementary School?
Centennial Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Lane Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centennial Lane Elementary School part of?
Centennial Lane Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Lane Elementary School located?
Centennial Lane Elementary School is located in the Font Hill neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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