Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Talbott Springs Elementary 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 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talbott Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Talbott Springs Elementary School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Talbott Springs Elementary 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 Talbott Springs 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
#650 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
33%
23%
Black
32%
33%
White
20%
32%
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
43%
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 Talbott Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Talbott Springs Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Talbott Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Talbott Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Talbott Springs Elementary School?
488 students attend Talbott Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Talbott Springs Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Talbott Springs Elementary School?
Talbott Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Talbott Springs Elementary School offer ?
Talbott Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Talbott Springs Elementary School part of?
Talbott Springs Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Talbott Springs Elementary School located?
Talbott Springs Elementary School is located in the Oakland Mills neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Oakland Mills.
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