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Deep Run Elementary

Elementary School · Howard County Public Schools

6925 Old Waterloo Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075

Enrollment

677

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#721 of 1,363

In Elkridge

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#68 of 76

Howard County Public Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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6.2/10

Elementary School in Elkridge · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Deep Run Elementary

Deep Run Elementary is a public elementary school in Elkridge, MD, part of Howard County Public Schools. Deep Run Elementary serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Deep Run Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #721 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Deep Run Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 8.0
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,256
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Deep Run Elementary — Students at Deep Run Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
44.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Deep Run Elementary Compares

See how Deep Run Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in MD
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6925 Old Waterloo Rd, Elkridge, MD 21075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deep Run Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rockburn Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ilchester Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Ellicott City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waterloo Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Columbia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elkridge, see our Elkridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
AAMI BIBLE INSTITUTE Elkridge 0.5 mi
Mayfield Woods Middle Elkridge 0.9 mi 7.2
Bellows Spring Elementary Ellicott City 1.4 mi 8.7
TARBIYAH ACADEMY Elkridge 1.1 mi 9.0
Waterloo Elementary Columbia 1.7 mi 9.1
Long Reach High Columbia 2.0 mi 6.1
Rockburn Elementary Elkridge 2.3 mi 9.4
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ellicott City 2.4 mi 7.6
Jessup Elementary Jessup 2.9 mi 5.1
Ducketts Lane Elementary Elkridge 2.5 mi 8.7
Jeffers Hill Elementary Columbia 2.6 mi 7.0
Guilford Elementary Columbia 2.5 mi 5.9
Ilchester Elementary Ellicott City 3.3 mi 9.3
Phelps Luck Elementary Columbia 3.1 mi 7.6
Howard High Ellicott City 3.2 mi 8.0
Hanover Hills Elementary Hanover 2.6 mi 8.2
Bonnie Branch Middle Ellicott City 3.4 mi 8.1
Thomas Viaduct Middle Hanover 2.8 mi 7.9
Chesapeake Science Point Hanover 3.0 mi 8.3
Patuxent Valley Middle Jessup 3.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,321

Median Home Value

$439,400

Median Rent

$2,108/mo

Population

37,146

College Educated

57.7%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deep Run Elementary

What grades does Deep Run Elementary serve?

Deep Run Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Deep Run Elementary?

Deep Run Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deep Run Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Deep Run Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Deep Run Elementary rank in MD?

Deep Run Elementary ranks #721 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Deep Run Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Deep Run Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Deep Run Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Deep Run Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Deep Run Elementary a charter school?

No, Deep Run Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Deep Run Elementary a Title I school?

No, Deep Run Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deep Run Elementary?

56.1% of students at Deep Run Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Howard County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

District

Howard County Public Schools
District Enrollment
57,633
Schools in District
78
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,256
District Rank
#68 of 76

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