Serving 697 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manor Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 66% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Manor Woods Elementary serves the northeast part of Ellicott City, MD, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manor Woods 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
Manor Woods Elementary School's student population of 697 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
697 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Manor Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manor Woods Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#62 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
44%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-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 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Manny The Duck
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manor Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Manor Woods Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Manor Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Manor Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ilchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Manor Woods Elementary School?
697 students attend Manor Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Manor Woods Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manor Woods Elementary School?
Manor Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manor Woods Elementary School offer ?
Manor Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manor Woods Elementary School part of?
Manor Woods Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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