Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cradlerock Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than 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).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cradlerock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cradlerock Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
At Cradlerock students are Respectful, On-task, Cooperative and Kind!
School Rankings
Cradlerock Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cradlerock Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#796 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
21%
24%
Black
48%
32%
White
18%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cradlerock Elementary School's ranking?
Cradlerock Elementary School is ranked #796 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cradlerock Elementary School often compared to?
Cradlerock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atholton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cradlerock Elementary School?
453 students attend Cradlerock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cradlerock Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cradlerock Elementary School?
Cradlerock Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cradlerock Elementary School offer ?
Cradlerock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cradlerock Elementary School part of?
Cradlerock Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Cradlerock Elementary School located?
Cradlerock Elementary School is located in the Owen Brown neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Owen Brown.
School Reviews
Review Cradlerock Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
