Serving 830 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pointers Run Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pointers Run 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
Diversity
School Overview
Pointers Run Elementary School's student population of 830 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Pointer Dog
School Rankings
Pointers Run 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 Pointers Run Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#70 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
13%
33%
White
38%
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
7%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pointer Dog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pointers Run Elementary School's ranking?
Pointers Run Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pointers Run Elementary School often compared to?
Pointers Run Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville Elementary School, Waverly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pointers Run Elementary School?
830 students attend Pointers Run Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Pointers Run Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pointers Run Elementary School?
Pointers Run Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pointers Run Elementary School offer ?
Pointers Run Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pointers Run Elementary School part of?
Pointers Run Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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