Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Longfellow 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 30% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Longfellow Elementary serves the southeast part of Columbia, MD, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's edge and some residing as far as 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 446 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
'Learning Together, Achieving Together'
School Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#633 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
25%
24%
Black
36%
32%
White
22%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #633 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
446 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Longfellow Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Elementary School located?
Longfellow Elementary School is located in the Harpers Choice neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harpers Choice.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I loved this school so much the teachers were so cool sweet and fun and MS. William I love her so so much and I love this school you should go.
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