Serving 827 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waverly Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waverly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waverly Elementary School's student population of 827 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
827 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waverly Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waverly Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#48 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
55%
7%
Hispanic
5%
24%
Black
7%
32%
White
26%
31%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Waverly Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waverly Elementary School's ranking?
Waverly Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Waverly Elementary School often compared to?
Waverly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Waverly Elementary School?
827 students attend Waverly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Waverly Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waverly Elementary School?
Waverly Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waverly Elementary School offer ?
Waverly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waverly Elementary School part of?
Waverly Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
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