Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hollifield Station Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollifield Station Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hollifield Station Elementary School's student population of 721 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Hope The Husky
School Rankings
Hollifield Station Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollifield Station Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#332 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
43%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
22%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hope The Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollifield Station Elementary School's ranking?
Hollifield Station Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hollifield Station Elementary School often compared to?
Hollifield Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Johns Lane Elementary School, Ilchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hollifield Station Elementary School?
721 students attend Hollifield Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hollifield Station Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollifield Station Elementary School?
Hollifield Station Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hollifield Station Elementary School offer ?
Hollifield Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hollifield Station Elementary School part of?
Hollifield Station Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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