Serving 662 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manor Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manor Woods 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
Manor Woods Elementary School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manor Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manor Woods 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
#59 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
7%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
7%
33%
White
37%
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
10%
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 Manor Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Manor Woods Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Manor Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Manor Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Manor Woods Elementary School?
662 students attend Manor Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Manor Woods Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manor Woods Elementary School?
Manor Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Manor Woods Elementary School offer ?
Manor Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Manor Woods Elementary School part of?
Manor Woods Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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