Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Phelps Luck 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 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phelps Luck Elementary serves the eastern part of Columbia, MD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phelps Luck Elementary School's student population of 681 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Motto
Coming soon
School Rankings
Phelps Luck 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 Phelps Luck 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
#616 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)18.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
The Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phelps Luck Elementary School's ranking?
Phelps Luck Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Phelps Luck Elementary School often compared to?
Phelps Luck Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Phelps Luck Elementary School?
681 students attend Phelps Luck Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Phelps Luck Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phelps Luck Elementary School?
Phelps Luck Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phelps Luck Elementary School offer ?
Phelps Luck Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phelps Luck Elementary School part of?
Phelps Luck Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Phelps Luck Elementary School located?
Phelps Luck Elementary School is located in the Long Reach neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Long Reach.
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