Running Brook Elementary

5215 W Running Brook Rd
Columbia, MD 21044

rbes.hcpss.org

399 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Running Brook Elementary School, located in the heart of Columbia, Maryland, is a vibrant part of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). Serving a diverse student population, the school is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the unique needs of every learner, with a strong focus on building a supportive community where students feel encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and achieve their full potential.

Beyond its core academic program, Running Brook is known for its active school community and dedication to parent-teacher collaboration. The school emphasizes character development and holistic education, often integrating enrichment opportunities that allow students to engage with their peers in meaningful ways. By maintaining a focus on equity and excellence, Running Brook Elementary strives to prepare its students not only for middle school success but also to become responsible, contributing members of their broader community.

399

Total Students

46.0

Full-Time Teachers

8.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

53.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Running Brook Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	80
Hispanic	49
Black	202
Asian	22
Two or More	41
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	4

Black
202 (50.6 %)
White
80 (20.1 %)
Hispanic
49 (12.3 %)
Two or More
41 (10.3 %)
Asian
22 (5.5 %)
Pacific Islander
4 (1.0 %)
American Indian
1 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Howard County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)313-6893
Website:	http://rbes.hcpss.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	399
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	8.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	198
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 53

Kindergarten 50

Grade 1 57

Grade 2 50

Grade 3 49

Grade 4 70

Grade 5 70

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Running Brook Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	53
Kindergarten	50
Grade 1	57
Grade 2	50
Grade 3	49
Grade 4	70
Grade 5	70

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Running Brook Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	191	47.9%
Male	208	52.1%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)