Serving 824 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elkridge Elementary 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 22% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkridge Elementary School's student population of 824 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkridge Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#562 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
30%
33%
White
33%
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
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkridge Elementary School's ranking?
Elkridge Elementary School is ranked #562 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkridge Elementary School often compared to?
Elkridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockburn Elementary School, Ducketts Lane by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Elkridge Elementary School?
824 students attend Elkridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Elkridge Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkridge Elementary School?
Elkridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkridge Elementary School offer ?
Elkridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkridge Elementary School part of?
Elkridge Elementary School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
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