Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stevens Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stevens Forest Elementary serves families in the southeast part of Columbia, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and the furthest point being 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stevens Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Stevens Forest Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Many trees...ONE forest! At SFES we positively ROAR! We are Respectful, Organized, Always Safe, & Responsible.
School Rankings
Stevens Forest 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 Stevens Forest Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
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)22.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & White
School Mascot
Bobcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stevens Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Stevens Forest Elementary School is ranked #415 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Stevens Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Stevens Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Talbott Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Stevens Forest Elementary School?
314 students attend Stevens Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Stevens Forest Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stevens Forest Elementary School?
Stevens Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stevens Forest Elementary School offer ?
Stevens Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stevens Forest Elementary School part of?
Stevens Forest Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Stevens Forest Elementary School located?
Stevens Forest Elementary School is located in the Oakland Mills neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Oakland Mills.
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