Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greencastle 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 21% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greencastle Elementary serves the eastern part of Silver Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing within 0.7 miles of its edge and the furthest point being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greencastle Elementary School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
722 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greencastle 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 Greencastle Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#769 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
66%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greencastle Elementary School's ranking?
Greencastle Elementary School is ranked #769 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Greencastle Elementary School often compared to?
Greencastle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairland Elementary School, Cannon Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Greencastle Elementary School?
722 students attend Greencastle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Greencastle Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greencastle Elementary School?
Greencastle Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greencastle Elementary School offer ?
Greencastle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greencastle Elementary School part of?
Greencastle Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
G ES is great school. the students and teachers fabulous but the staff needs to watch the student while they line outside because they may hurt each other . The Assist principal is hard worker over all I like the school.
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