School Overview
Clemens Crossing Elementary School, located in the Long Reach community of Columbia, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school within the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). Serving a diverse student population from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the Howard County system while emphasizing the development of critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a strong sense of community responsibility among its students.

Beyond its academic program, Clemens Crossing is well-regarded for its collaborative culture, which actively involves parents, educators, and community members in the educational process. The school maintains a strong emphasis on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional learning with traditional academics to ensure students are well-prepared for middle school. With a mission rooted in creating a safe and engaging space for discovery, Clemens Crossing remains a cornerstone of the Columbia educational landscape, consistently striving to nurture lifelong learners in a suburban setting.
543
Total Students
39.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clemens Crossing Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White216
Hispanic65
Black138
Asian70
Two or More52
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    216 (39.8 %)
  • Black
    138 (25.4 %)
  • Asian
    70 (12.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    65 (12.0 %)
  • Two or More
    52 (9.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
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)313-6866
Website: http://cces.hcpss.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 543
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 96
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 91
Grade 1 88
Grade 2 92
Grade 3 86
Grade 4 94
Grade 5 92

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Clemens Crossing Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten91
Grade 188
Grade 292
Grade 386
Grade 494
Grade 592
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Clemens Crossing Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26849.4%
Male27550.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)