Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cedar Grove Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Grove Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 1347 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
42%
7%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
17%
33%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cedar Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School?
382 students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cedar Grove Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Grove Elementary School?
Cedar Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Grove Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Grove Elementary School part of?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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