Montgomery Knolls Elementary School serves 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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-2
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery Knolls Elementary serves the southeast part of Silver Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery Knolls Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
477 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Montgomery Knolls Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
45%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
25%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
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)20.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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
How many students attend Montgomery Knolls Elementary School?
477 students attend Montgomery Knolls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Montgomery Knolls Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Knolls Elementary School?
Montgomery Knolls Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montgomery Knolls Elementary School offer ?
Montgomery Knolls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montgomery Knolls Elementary School part of?
Montgomery Knolls Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Montgomery Knolls Elementary School located?
Montgomery Knolls Elementary School is located in the Montgomery Knolls neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD.
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