Serving 883 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veterans Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Veterans Elementary serves the eastern part of Ellicott City, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Veterans Elementary School's student population of 883 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
883 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Soar to Excellence!
School Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#327 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
42%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-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 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Veterans Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Veterans Elementary School?
883 students attend Veterans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Veterans Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veterans Elementary School?
Veterans Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Veterans Elementary School part of?
Veterans Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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