Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clemens Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 60% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clemens Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clemens Crossing Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clemens Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clemens Crossing Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#337 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
12%
22%
Black
25%
33%
White
40%
33%
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
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clemens Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School is ranked #337 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clemens Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Clemens Crossing 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clemens Crossing Elementary School?
543 students attend Clemens Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Clemens Crossing Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clemens Crossing Elementary School?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clemens Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clemens Crossing Elementary School part of?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Clemens Crossing Elementary School located?
Clemens Crossing Elementary School is located in the Hickory Ridge neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
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