Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenallan Elementary School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenallan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Glenallan Elementary School's student population of 673 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Glenallan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 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
#672 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
49%
23%
Black
26%
33%
White
9%
32%
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
49%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenallan Elementary School's ranking?
Glenallan Elementary School is ranked #672 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% 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?
673 students attend Glenallan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Glenallan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 6% 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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