Ilchester Elementary

4981 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043

ies.hcpss.org

537 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Ilchester Elementary School, located in the historic area of Ellicott City, Maryland, is a highly regarded member of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). Serving a diverse student body, the school is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive, community-focused learning environment. The school prioritizes the development of the whole child, emphasizing not only rigorous core curriculum standards but also social-emotional learning and character building to prepare students for future success.

Beyond its academic program, Ilchester Elementary is recognized for its active school community and collaborative atmosphere between staff, parents, and students. The school provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities and enrichment programs designed to engage students’ interests and promote inclusivity. By maintaining a focus on innovation and maintaining strong connections with the surrounding Ellicott City neighborhood, Ilchester Elementary continues to be a central pillar for families seeking a comprehensive and nurturing public education in Howard County.

537

Total Students

42.9

Full-Time Teachers

12.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ilchester Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	247
Hispanic	36
Black	61
Asian	150
Two or More	40
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

White
247 (46.0 %)
Asian
150 (27.9 %)
Black
61 (11.4 %)
Two or More
40 (7.4 %)
Hispanic
36 (6.7 %)
American Indian
2 (0.4 %)
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)313-2524
Website:	http://ies.hcpss.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	537
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	42.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	59
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	7

* 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 42

Kindergarten 68

Grade 1 70

Grade 2 87

Grade 3 70

Grade 4 106

Grade 5 94

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ilchester Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	42
Kindergarten	68
Grade 1	70
Grade 2	87
Grade 3	70
Grade 4	106
Grade 5	94

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ilchester Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	247	46%
Male	290	54%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)