Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Lane Elementary School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Lane Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#74 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
45%
7%
Hispanic
5%
22%
Black
8%
33%
White
33%
33%
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
12%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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 #74 out of 1,347 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Centennial Lane Elementary School?
698 students attend Centennial Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Centennial Lane Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 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 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Centennial Lane Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Lane Elementary School part of?
Centennial Lane Elementary School is part of Howard County 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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