Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Centennial Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Lane Elementary School's student population of 658 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Lane Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#96 out of 1343 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
48%
7%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
6%
33%
White
32%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Centennial Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Lane Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Centennial Lane Elementary School?
658 students attend Centennial Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Centennial Lane Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Lane Elementary School?
Centennial Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Lane Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Lane Elementary School part of?
Centennial Lane Elementary School is part of Howard County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Centennial Lane Elementary School located?
Centennial Lane Elementary School is located in the Font Hill neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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