Serving 897 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Veterans 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 49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Veterans Elementary School's student population of 897 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Veterans Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Veterans 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
#347 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
43%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
19%
33%
White
22%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Veterans Elementary School's ranking?
Veterans Elementary School is ranked #347 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Veterans Elementary School?
897 students attend Veterans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Veterans Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veterans Elementary School?
Veterans Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Veterans Elementary School offer ?
Veterans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Veterans Elementary School part of?
Veterans Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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