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Northfield Elementary School

9125 Northfield Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 749 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northfield Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 749 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 10% in MD
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

Northfield Elementary School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Northfield Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northfield Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#89 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
63%
27%
72%
45%
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
44%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Northfield Elementary School's ranking?
Northfield Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northfield Elementary School often compared to?
Northfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Northfield Elementary School?
749 students attend Northfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Northfield Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northfield Elementary School?
Northfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northfield Elementary School offer ?
Northfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northfield Elementary School part of?
Northfield Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Northfield Elementary School located?
Northfield Elementary School is located in the Dunloggin neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Dunloggin.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 749 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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