Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Lake Elkhorn Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Elkhorn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Elkhorn Middle School's student population of 622 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Elkhorn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Elkhorn Middle 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
#928 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
22%
23%
Black
49%
33%
White
14%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Elkhorn Middle School's ranking?
Lake Elkhorn Middle School is ranked #928 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lake Elkhorn Middle School often compared to?
Lake Elkhorn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland Mills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lake Elkhorn Middle School?
622 students attend Lake Elkhorn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lake Elkhorn Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Elkhorn Middle School?
Lake Elkhorn Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Elkhorn Middle School offer ?
Lake Elkhorn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Elkhorn Middle School part of?
Lake Elkhorn Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Elkhorn Middle School located?
Lake Elkhorn Middle School is located in the Owen Brown neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Owen Brown.
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