Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ritchie Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ritchie Park Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ritchie Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ritchie Park Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#153 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
15%
33%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ritchie Park Elementary School's ranking?
Ritchie Park Elementary School is ranked #153 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Ritchie Park Elementary School?
382 students attend Ritchie Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ritchie Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ritchie Park Elementary School part of?
Ritchie Park Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools 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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