Serving 681 students in grades 6-8, Elkridge Landing Middle 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 29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkridge Landing Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkridge Landing Middle School's student population of 681 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Elkridge Landing Middle 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 Landing Middle School is 0.75, 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
#482 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
24%
33%
White
36%
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
23%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkridge Landing Middle School's ranking?
Elkridge Landing Middle School is ranked #482 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Elkridge Landing Middle School often compared to?
Elkridge Landing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayfield Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Elkridge Landing Middle School?
681 students attend Elkridge Landing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Elkridge Landing Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkridge Landing Middle School?
Elkridge Landing Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Elkridge Landing Middle School offer ?
Elkridge Landing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkridge Landing Middle School part of?
Elkridge Landing Middle School is part of Howard County School District.
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