Ilchester Elementary School
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Phone: (410) 313-2524
District: Howard County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 468 students
Ilchester Elementary School, a public school located in Ellicott City, MD, serves grades PK-5 in the Howard County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Ilchester Elementary School is a public school located in Ellicott City, MD. 468 students attend Ilchester Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 9/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 7/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
Posted: June 8, 2023
After two years at this school, I am updating my review to acknowledge the positive experience this has been. My child has grown in social-emotional development; learning the expectations of the classroom; excelling at academics; and connecting with teachers and fellow classmates. The school has also evaluated my child well and the curriculum and delivery of instruction match the needs and present levels of performance. I feel good about my child going here.
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Posted: December 17, 2022
One of the best Elementary School in Howard county. Teachers are proactively working and share feedback with parents. I would recommend this school.
Posted: December 17, 2022
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Posted: June 30, 2022
Amazing School ! Staff and Teachers really care about kids , principal is just incredible never seen such care from a principal like IES principal.
Posted: June 30, 2022
Posted: October 10, 2021
Great school- My kids loved it here. So many nice staff members.
Posted: October 10, 2021
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Posted: June 13, 2019
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Posted: June 13, 2019
Great experience so far. Actual sport activities in PE classes seem to be defunct. It's a lot of "activities" but the academics seem to be well above average.
Posted: May 7, 2019
My kids love this school. Everyday they are looking forward to going to school and always tell me the fun and interesting things they learned at school. The staff and teachers are very friendly and always respond to my questions in a timely manner. I wanted to add that they foster students with special talent. They also support students with different needs. Compared to the private school that my daughter used to go to , I actually liked Ilchester better.
Posted: May 7, 2019
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Posted: August 23, 2017
Last Year we moved to Ellicott City and my kids serve this school, its great school to built foundation for my kids.
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Posted: April 3, 2017
We moved to Ellicott City because of the of the quality of teaching professionals at this school. Both of my children went to Ilchester Elementary, Bonnie Branch, and Howard High School. The education and experiences they received prepared them for college and beyond.
Posted: October 7, 2015
Wonderful learning environment. Staff are exceptional. Kind and generous families make up the school community. Our kids are fortunate to attend this elementary school!
Posted: April 1, 2014
We have 3 children attending Ilchester spanning the age range of the school. I am so impressed every day with how present the administration is (I see the Principal and Vice-Principal walking through the classrooms, talking to staff and students in the hallways, etc every single time I am there). With 3 kids and a total of 10 yrs in the school with at least one homeroom teacher and one math teacher per kid per year, we have experienced a large percentage of the teachers. All but one (who was still very good) have been truly exceptional, the kind of teachers you expect your kids to remember fondly their whole lives. It's telling that whenever there are open houses or events at the school, there are always a large number of kids from the middle and high school there visiting their old Ilchester teachers. Our kids happen all to be above-grade-level learners, but our next door neighbor has two children with autism who have significant cognitive, verbal, and social challenges, and she has nothing but praise for Ilchester as well. Everyone's needs are met here. The students are just lovely, and the community is too. You won't be disappointed with Ilchester. Welcome!!
Posted: October 26, 2013
We moved from another county to Howard County so our children could attend public school. We have been so pleased with the school --- Principal Adelman and Mr. Norfolk, and staff are truly dedicated to the children and consistently strive to maintain open lines of communication. We could not have picked a better school for our children. They are cared for and encouraged to do their best. We also enjoy the diversity among the student body.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | The Greens at Locust Chapel | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Ellicott City | MD | 0.8 mi | |
| 2 | Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Elkridge | MD | 1.8 mi | |
| 3 | The Provinces | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severn | MD | 7.2 mi | |
| 4 | Lake Village Town Homes | Apartment Complex | Severn | MD | 7.6 mi | |
| 5 | Midway Common | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fort Meade | MD | 8 mi | |
| 6 | Maple Lawn | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fulton | MD | 8.6 mi | |
| 7 | Shelter Cove Luxury Apartments | Apartment Complex | Odenton | MD | 11.4 mi | |
| 8 | Harvest Run | Condominium/Townhouse | Odenton | MD | 12.3 mi | |
| 9 | Piney Orchard at Pinedale Courts | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Odenton | MD | 12.8 mi | |
| 10 | Carrollton Manor | Area of Town | Severna Park | MD | 14.9 mi | |
| 11 | Norwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Olney | MD | 15.4 mi | |
| 12 | Cape Arthur | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severna Park | MD | 15.6 mi | |
| 13 | Iverly | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 15.9 mi | |
| 14 | Westridge | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Severna Park | MD | 16.3 mi | |
| 15 | Crofton | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Crofton | MD | 16.4 mi | |
| 16 | Hillandale | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 17.9 mi | |
| 17 | DuMont Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 17.9 mi | |
| 18 | Eaton Square | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rosedale | MD | 18.9 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hammond Hills | Laurel | MD | 8.5 mi | |
| 2 | Severn | Severn | MD | 9.2 mi | |
| 3 | Baltimore | Baltimore | MD | 9.3 mi | |
| 4 | Laurel | Laurel | MD | 9.7 mi | |
| 5 | Anne Arundel County | Pasadena | MD | 14.5 mi | |
| 6 | Severna Park | Severna Park | MD | 16.3 mi | |
| 7 | White Oak | Silver Spring | MD | 17.9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
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| Fort Meade NSA | 9.8 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 11.1 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 23.1 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 23.3 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 23.3 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 27 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 27.3 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 28.1 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 28.4 mi. |
| Pentagon | 29.1 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 29.2 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 29.7 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 29.9 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 30 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 33.2 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 34.3 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 37.8 mi. |
| Aberdeen Proving Ground | 38.2 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 41.1 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 43.5 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 49.3 mi. |
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