Serving 475 students in grades 3-5, Strathmore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strathmore Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Strathmore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strathmore Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#832 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
49%
21%
Black
35%
33%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strathmore Elementary School's ranking?
Strathmore Elementary School is ranked #832 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Strathmore Elementary School?
475 students attend Strathmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Strathmore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strathmore Elementary School?
Strathmore Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strathmore Elementary School offer ?
Strathmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Strathmore Elementary School part of?
Strathmore Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 11/25/2016
This school does not have a ratio of 15:1, it is more like 26:1. The teachers are very overworked and there is little parent involvement.
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