Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bryant Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bryant Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Bryant Woods Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Bryant Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bryant Woods Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#657 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
50%
33%
White
21%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bryant Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Bryant Woods Elementary School is ranked #657 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bryant Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Bryant Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Running Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bryant Woods Elementary School?
359 students attend Bryant Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Bryant Woods Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bryant Woods Elementary School?
Bryant Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bryant Woods Elementary School offer ?
Bryant Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bryant Woods Elementary School part of?
Bryant Woods Elementary School is part of Howard County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bryant Woods Elementary School located?
Bryant Woods Elementary School is located in the Wilde Lake neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 3 other public schools located in Wilde Lake.
School Reviews
5 2/27/2023
I love Bryant Woods Elementary. The teachers are great and very concerned for their students. The administration is also excellent. All students are treated with dignity and respect and those with problems receive attention to help them. The school is very diverse. When my grandson was in kindergarten, he came home one day and said, When I grow up I want to be black. I smiled. All his best friends are indeed black, and that is fine with me. Seems like that is a good way for a white kid to grow up these days, with lots of mixed-race experiences. There are advanced GT classes as well as help for those who learn more slowly. I just love it!
2 10/8/2015
Where do I begin? The cirriculum is not on grade level. We currently moved and my children had to switch schools, I see such a decline in my children... Not only in their education but also in their motivation and attitude. My daughters teacher is very nice, I wish I could say the same for my sons teacher. My son gets made fun of, the school has very poor communication skills. I just feel like this move was a horrible mistake and I feel like a horrible parent even sending my child to this school everyday.
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