Hammond Elementary School and Hammond Middle School is a combination public elementary and middle school in Laurel, Maryland. It is part of Howard County Public School System.
Serving 763 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hammond Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hammond Elementary School's student population of 763 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
763 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hammond Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammond Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
25%
32%
White
40%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tuffy The Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond Elementary School's ranking?
Hammond Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hammond Elementary School often compared to?
Hammond Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulton Elementary School, Gorman Crossing Elementary School, Forest Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hammond Elementary School?
763 students attend Hammond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Hammond Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond Elementary School?
Hammond Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hammond Elementary School offer ?
Hammond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hammond Elementary School part of?
Hammond Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Hammond Elementary School located?
Hammond Elementary School is located in the Kings Contrivance neighborhood of Laurel, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Kings Contrivance.
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