Serving 679 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenallan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenallan Elementary serves the southeast part of Silver Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenallan Elementary School's student population of 679 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
679 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Glenallan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenallan Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#685 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
50%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
24%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
9%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenallan Elementary School's ranking?
Glenallan Elementary School is ranked #685 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glenallan Elementary School often compared to?
Glenallan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glenallan Elementary School?
679 students attend Glenallan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Glenallan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenallan Elementary School?
Glenallan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenallan Elementary School offer ?
Glenallan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenallan Elementary School part of?
Glenallan Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Glenallan Elementary School located?
Glenallan Elementary School is located in the Wheaton neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD. There are 5 other public schools located in Wheaton.
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