Serving 764 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northfield Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 58% 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: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Northfield Elementary serves the east part of Ellicott City, MD, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield 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
Northfield Elementary School's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
764 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northfield Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northfield Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#89 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northfield Elementary School's ranking?
Northfield Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northfield Elementary School often compared to?
Northfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Northfield Elementary School?
764 students attend Northfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Northfield Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northfield Elementary School?
Northfield Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northfield Elementary School offer ?
Northfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northfield Elementary School part of?
Northfield Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Northfield Elementary School located?
Northfield Elementary School is located in the Dunloggin neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dunloggin.
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