Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Atholton 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 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atholton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Atholton Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atholton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atholton Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
23%
33%
White
48%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atholton Elementary School's ranking?
Atholton Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 1,343 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Atholton Elementary School?
474 students attend Atholton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Atholton Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atholton Elementary School?
Atholton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Atholton Elementary School offer ?
Atholton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Atholton Elementary School part of?
Atholton Elementary School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Atholton Elementary School located?
Atholton Elementary School is located in the Atholton neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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