Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rolling Terrace 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rolling Terrace Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Rolling Terrace community is to educate our students to become bilingual, biliterate, and socio-cultural competent global citizens.
School Rankings
Rolling Terrace 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 Rolling Terrace Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1107 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
81%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
5%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolling Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
Rolling Terrace Elementary School is ranked #1107 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Rolling Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
Rolling Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hampshire Estates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rolling Terrace Elementary School?
645 students attend Rolling Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rolling Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolling Terrace Elementary School?
Rolling Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rolling Terrace Elementary School offer ?
Rolling Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rolling Terrace Elementary School part of?
Rolling Terrace Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I like art because you learn how o draw and you will get better and better.I am making a story and I am drawing un the story so I hope my best frind like it.
1 10/10/2025
I have met the principle before from this school, and she was very unprofessional and rude. She always made it seems like she was better than me and made me feel uncomfortable. I decided to go to another school for my child for a better education and a more professional staff.
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