Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Guilford 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 31% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guilford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Guilford Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Calendar
School Motto
Always Be Kind
School Rankings
Guilford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guilford Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#711 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
49%
32%
White
13%
31%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guilford Elementary School's ranking?
Guilford Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Guilford Elementary School?
437 students attend Guilford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Guilford Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guilford Elementary School?
Guilford Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Guilford Elementary School offer ?
Guilford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Guilford Elementary School part of?
Guilford Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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