Gorman Crossing Elementary School
Laurel, MD 20723
Phone: (410) 880-5900
District: Howard County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 744 students
Gorman Crossing Elementary School, a public school located in Laurel, MD, serves grades PK-5 in the Howard County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Gorman Crossing Elementary School is a public school located in Laurel, MD. 744 students attend Gorman Crossing Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | 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 | 6/10 | 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: December 3, 2021
I have found the teachers at GCES to be wonderful, and the principal is a great leader and very responsive.
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Posted: August 10, 2021
Great school.
No complain
It is one of good school in this area
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Posted: April 27, 2020
Perfect I cant complain thank you to all the teachers special thanks to Mr Gibbs
Posted: April 27, 2020
Posted: May 30, 2019
I feel both my boys have been taught to be confident and independent.
Posted: May 30, 2019
The principal and vice principal have been very effective leaders in my opinion. Each time I have contacted them for any reason, they were receptive and proactive.
Posted: May 30, 2019
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Posted: May 30, 2019
Homework is given everyday starting in first grade. I think this is very important to reinforce what they learned in school.
Posted: May 30, 2019
The teachers work well with the children, meeting them at their level. My son started off slow in the begging of the school year on reading and writing. I am impressed with his progression during this school year.
Posted: May 30, 2019
Overall my experience at Gorman has been A+.
Posted: November 4, 2017
My wife and I have seen very little homework outside if math arrive to our home. Parents are left to there on measures to identify resources to improve their childs writing and reading skill sets.
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Posted: November 4, 2017
I would rate our experience with this school at a 7. The academic supports after school are lacking and the resources to supporting academic achievement after school is not visible.
Posted: November 2, 2017
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Posted: November 2, 2017
My daughter went to this school, it is fantastic. The teachers are kind and understanding. The principal is ok too. Please send your child to this school!
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Posted: July 18, 2017
My son joined here in 1st grade after 3 years in a Montessori environment. He found great comfort in the 3Rs (Respectful, Responsible, Ready) policy of the school and the teachers were extremely engaged. He is now in 3rd grade, above grade overall, and looks forward to going to school and learning. I couldn't ask for more. I also like that the school has a very well spread-out ethnic diversity among students.
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Posted: June 22, 2017
Our son completed his first year there and we had an amazing experience. The teachers and administrators are very responsive and caring and work in partnership with the parents. The school also fosters an incredible sense of community from very early on.
Posted: March 15, 2017
We have two children at Gorman Crossing and we have been so happy here for the last 4 years. The teachers, administrators, and support staff genuinely care about the the kids and their education. We love the diverse community and the spirit of inclusiveness at GCES as well. The parents are involved and we have found the school to be a safe, nurturing place for our kids to grow, learn and be challenged academically. We have been particularly impressed with the GT teachers and the Curriculum Enrichment Units at the school. We have encountered a small number of average teachers, but they are definitely not the norm at this GCES. Most teachers are engaged and truly invested in helping each child succeed.
Posted: February 4, 2015
Gorman Crossing is an Excellent place to start a kid's educational journey. Very experienced, courteous and responsible teachers. I can specifically say this, because I have three kids in the school, and I know the quality of educational growth in them.
Posted: April 28, 2014
I have 3 children in GCES. They have wonderful teachers who are very helpful & great community of parents who are very much involved. Wouldn't trade it for any other school.
Posted: September 21, 2013
I have two children in this school and have had wonderful experiences so far. The teachers are great, the parents are involved and the leadership has renewed energy! We are thrilled to be part of such a great elementary family!
Posted: September 21, 2013
I believe our school stands above the rest because of its teachers and parent involvement. I volunteer a great amount of my time in my kids' classrooms by helping in guest reading. The teaching staff knows the students' strengths and weaknesses. If a child is reading or doing math above grade level, they are moved to an above grade level reading or math. This helps the child to continuously be challenged. They cater to gifted children as well. Students in the gifted and talented program learn 2 grades above their grade level. Students who need extra help are pulled aside with another teacher to help them get caught up. Our school is an amazing school and I am very happy with their teaching methods.
Posted: September 20, 2013
Gorman Crossing Elementary is a school full of diversity. Being in the military, our children are used to being around students with various backgrounds. This school embraces the differences. The teaching staff is amazing. I always feel as though my child is being challenged and met on his level of learning. They go out of their way to make parents feel welcomed and comfortable with the level of instruction that is taking place. I am glad that we relocated to the area. I hope that my child will be able to complete his elementary school years there. Looking forward to another great year!!
Posted: August 23, 2013
Gorman Crossing is simply an amazing school. I have two children who just completed their first year. One son has an IEP and the other is a young genius. The school has met each child at their level and has surpassed any expectation I had. The special education dept provides services over and above the IEP as noted our private clinican psychologist. This school is like a mini UN and is one of the best kept secrets in Howard County. The PTA is strong and all are accepted. Who could ask for more?
Posted: October 28, 2012
I have 4 year son that goes there. He has development delay, but ever since he has started going there I have seen a lot of progress. I love this school. Teachers are outstanding.
Posted: October 1, 2012
This is our 4th year at Gorman Crossing and we love the school. One of our children had an IEP for the first 3 years and during that time i thought he received amazing support from all the staff, not just his immediate Special Ed teachers. He has now dropped the IEP and has thrived in the regular inclusive environment. We also love the diversity there. Our kids have gotten a superb education and have a great attitude about school - we couldn't be happier.
Posted: March 13, 2012
Read comments about IEPs when we moved here, but wasn't concerned because it didn't affect us yet. First child was in GT classes and did very well as he would anywhere. Second child has been released from an IEP twice now just to lose ground and have to start over. He has a disability and gets zero accommodation. If your child is not "normal", you will have some long painful years here.
Posted: July 17, 2011
I am so happy that my child is no longer at Gorman Crossing. While the principal was very warm and inviting. The 5th grade team was very standoffish and did not nurture and make the children feel welcomed. It really was very disheartening to see my child come home every day (180) and have a sad look on her face. I think that the 5th grade team should be replaced with teachers who care about the students and want to educate and nurture.
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| 15 | Crofton | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Crofton | MD | 13.5 mi | |
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| 17 | White Flint | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rockville | MD | 15.3 mi | |
| 18 | Carrollton Manor | Area of Town | Severna Park | MD | 15.6 mi | |
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| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | Hammond Hills | Laurel | MD | 1.5 mi | |
| 2 | Laurel | Laurel | MD | 3 mi | |
| 3 | Severn | Severn | MD | 10 mi | |
| 4 | White Oak | Silver Spring | MD | 10.4 mi | |
| 5 | Silver Spring | Silver Spring | MD | 13.9 mi | |
| 6 | Baltimore | Baltimore | MD | 16.5 mi |
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| Fort Meade NSA | 7.5 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 16 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 16 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 19.7 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 20.1 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 20.8 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 21 mi. |
| Pentagon | 21.7 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 21.7 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 22.2 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 22.7 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 23 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 23.4 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 23.5 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 25.7 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 26.8 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 33.7 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 36.5 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 36.5 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 42 mi. |
| Aberdeen Proving Ground | 45 mi. |
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