Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swansfield Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swansfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Swansfield Elementary School's student population of 602 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Swansfield Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swansfield 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
#716 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
42%
33%
White
28%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Swansfield Elementary School's ranking?
Swansfield Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Swansfield Elementary School often compared to?
Swansfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pointers Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Swansfield Elementary School?
602 students attend Swansfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Swansfield Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swansfield Elementary School?
Swansfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swansfield Elementary School offer ?
Swansfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swansfield Elementary School part of?
Swansfield Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Swansfield Elementary School located?
Swansfield Elementary School is located in the Harpers Choice neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 2 other public schools located in Harpers Choice.
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