Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Friendship Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Friendship 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
West Friendship Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Motto
Working For Every Student
School Rankings
West Friendship Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Friendship Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#49 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
6%
33%
White
57%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Friendship Elementary School's ranking?
West Friendship Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are West Friendship Elementary School often compared to?
West Friendship Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waverly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend West Friendship Elementary School?
370 students attend West Friendship Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Friendship Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Friendship Elementary School?
West Friendship Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Friendship Elementary School offer ?
West Friendship Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Friendship Elementary School part of?
West Friendship Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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