Serving 361 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ritchie Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ritchie Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ritchie Park Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Ritchie Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ritchie Park 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
#54 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
48%
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
12%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Ritchie Park Elementary School's ranking?
Ritchie Park Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Ritchie Park Elementary School often compared to?
Ritchie Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Farms Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Ritchie Park Elementary School?
361 students attend Ritchie Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ritchie Park Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritchie Park Elementary School?
Ritchie Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ritchie Park Elementary School offer ?
Ritchie Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ritchie Park Elementary School part of?
Ritchie Park Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 8/6/2019
I love this school so much, and I am so sad that fifth grade is over. I was crying because it is over, and I still am. RPES is a great school, and me and all the other graduates are all sad. WE LOVE THIS SCHOOL.
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