Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Terrace Elementary serves the southeast part of Silver Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Terrace Elementary School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakland Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Terrace 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
37%
24%
Black
15%
32%
White
37%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Terrace Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakland Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flora M. Singer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakland Terrace Elementary School?
500 students attend Oakland Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Oakland Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Terrace Elementary School?
Oakland Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Terrace Elementary School part of?
Oakland Terrace Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Terrace Elementary School located?
Oakland Terrace Elementary School is located in the Forest Glen neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Forest Glen.
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