Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rockburn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockburn Elementary serves the eastern part of Elkridge, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 6.6 square miles with typical driving times of 5 to 10 minutes to the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 5 miles away, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockburn 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
Rockburn Elementary School's student population of 649 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
649 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Year Founded
1993
School Rankings
Rockburn Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockburn 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
#174 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
30%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
13%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
42%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockburn Elementary School's ranking?
Rockburn Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Rockburn Elementary School often compared to?
Rockburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deep Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rockburn Elementary School?
649 students attend Rockburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rockburn Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockburn Elementary School?
Rockburn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockburn Elementary School offer ?
Rockburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockburn Elementary School part of?
Rockburn Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rockburn Elementary School located?
Rockburn Elementary School is located in the West Elkridge neighborhood of Elkridge, MD.
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