Serving 626 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waterloo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterloo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Waterloo Elementary School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Waterloo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterloo Elementary 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
#200 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
29%
33%
White
35%
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
26%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Waterloo Elementary School's ranking?
Waterloo Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Waterloo Elementary School often compared to?
Waterloo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School, Bellows Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Waterloo Elementary School?
626 students attend Waterloo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Waterloo Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterloo Elementary School?
Waterloo Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waterloo Elementary School offer ?
Waterloo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterloo Elementary School part of?
Waterloo Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Waterloo Elementary School located?
Waterloo Elementary School is located in the Kendall Ridge neighborhood of Columbia, MD.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
The school is awesome!!!!!!!! The teacher's teach better than any other teachers in different schools!!!!
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