Excellent
#146 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 11% in state
Ducketts Lane Elementary
Elementary School · Howard County Public Schools
6501 Ducketts Ln, Elkridge, MD 21075
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#146 of 1,363
In Elkridge
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#29 of 76
Howard County Public Schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ducketts Lane Elementary
Elementary School in Elkridge · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ducketts Lane Elementary
Ducketts Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Elkridge, MD, part of Howard County Public Schools. Ducketts Lane Elementary serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ducketts Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Ducketts Lane Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Ducketts Lane Elementary — Students at Ducketts Lane Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 20 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.1/10.
How Ducketts Lane Elementary Compares
See how Ducketts Lane Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6501 Ducketts Ln, Elkridge, MD 21075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ducketts Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rockburn Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ilchester Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Ellicott City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Waterloo Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Columbia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elkridge, see our Elkridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hanover Hills Elementary Hanover | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Thomas Viaduct Middle Hanover | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Elkridge Landing Middle Elkridge | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Elkridge Elementary Elkridge | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Rockburn Elementary Elkridge | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Elkridge | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elkridge | 1.5 mi | — |
| TARBIYAH ACADEMY Elkridge | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Elkridge | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Chesapeake Science Point Hanover | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| AAMI BIBLE INSTITUTE Elkridge | 2.1 mi | — |
| Mayfield Woods Middle Elkridge | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Bellows Spring Elementary Ellicott City | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Ilchester Elementary Ellicott City | 2.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Bonnie Branch Middle Ellicott City | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Ellicott City | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Deep Run Elementary Elkridge | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Waterloo Elementary Columbia | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Relay Elementary Baltimore | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies Baltimore | 3.7 mi | 5.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellows Spring Elementary Ellicott City, MD | 8.7 |
| Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary Leonardtown, MD | 8.7 |
| Chapel Hill Elementary Perry Hall, MD | 8.7 |
| Chevy Chase Elementary Chevy Chase, MD | 8.7 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring, MD | 8.7 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Princess Anne, MD | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ducketts Lane Elementary
What grades does Ducketts Lane Elementary serve?
Ducketts Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ducketts Lane Elementary?
Ducketts Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ducketts Lane Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ducketts Lane Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ducketts Lane Elementary rank in MD?
Ducketts Lane Elementary ranks #146 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Ducketts Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ducketts Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Ducketts Lane Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ducketts Lane Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Ducketts Lane Elementary a charter school?
No, Ducketts Lane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ducketts Lane Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ducketts Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ducketts Lane Elementary?
58.7% of students at Ducketts Lane 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 595
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Howard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (410) 313-5050
Resources & Links
District
Howard County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 57,633
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,256
- District Rank
- #29 of 76
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