BELLOWS SPRING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Bellows Spring Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Howard County Public Schools school district, located in Ellicott City, MD with about 822 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, Bellows Spring Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Bellows Spring Elementary School, located in Ellicott City, Maryland, is a vibrant public school serving students in the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. The staff emphasizes a holistic approach to education, balancing rigorous classroom instruction with social-emotional learning to ensure that every student feels supported and challenged within a diverse and inclusive community.
Beyond the core curriculum, Bellows Spring is recognized for its strong emphasis on community engagement and parental involvement. The school maintains a dynamic partnership with its active PTA and local families to provide enriching extracurricular activities, technology-integrated learning, and programs that celebrate student achievement. By focusing on critical thinking, creativity, and character development, Bellows Spring Elementary strives to prepare its students not only for academic success in middle school but also to become well-rounded, contributing members of their community.
For more information, contact Bellows Spring Elementary at (410) 313-5057 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 313-5057
http://bses.hcpss.org
BELLOWS SPRING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Ellicott City, MD with about 822 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Howard County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 822
- Teachers:
- 61.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 822 students
- White
- 29.3%
- Asian
- 27.4%
- Black or African American
- 24.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.2%
- Two or more races
- 6.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.