Serving 798 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elkridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 73% 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: 798 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkridge Elementary School's student population of 798 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
798 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Elkridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkridge Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#604 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
34%
32%
White
27%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkridge Elementary School's ranking?
Elkridge Elementary School is ranked #604 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkridge Elementary School often compared to?
Elkridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockburn Elementary School, Ducketts Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Elkridge Elementary School?
798 students attend Elkridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Elkridge Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkridge Elementary School?
Elkridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkridge Elementary School offer ?
Elkridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkridge Elementary School part of?
Elkridge Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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