Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-5, St. Johns Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Johns 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
Diversity
School Overview
St. Johns Lane Elementary School's student population of 657 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Johns 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 St. Johns Lane Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#113 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
39%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Johns Lane Elementary School's ranking?
St. Johns Lane Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are St. Johns Lane Elementary School often compared to?
St. Johns Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollifield Station Elementary School, Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend St. Johns Lane Elementary School?
657 students attend St. Johns Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of St. Johns Lane Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Johns Lane Elementary School?
St. Johns Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Johns Lane Elementary School offer ?
St. Johns Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Johns Lane Elementary School part of?
St. Johns Lane Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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