Roscoe R Nix Elementary School serves 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Attendance Zone: Roscoe R Nix Elementary serves the southeast part of Silver Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roscoe R Nix Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Always a BLAST – Building Lifelong Learners Who Achieve Success Together.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Roscoe R Nix Elementary School is 0.58, 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
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Roscoe R Nix Elementary School often compared to?
Roscoe R Nix Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cresthaven Elementary School, New Hampshire Estates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Roscoe R Nix Elementary School?
437 students attend Roscoe R Nix Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Roscoe R Nix Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roscoe R Nix Elementary School?
Roscoe R Nix Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roscoe R Nix Elementary School offer ?
Roscoe R Nix Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roscoe R Nix Elementary School part of?
Roscoe R Nix Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I am not in favor of Cresthaven/Roscoe nix split schools. I live within walking distance to Cresthaven, however, only 1 of my 4 children is able to attend that school due to the split up schools. My other 3 children are bused out of my neighborhood over to Roscoe Nix. I am extremely dissatisfied with this practice, as well as the Roscoe Nix school. My children should be going to the same school and be on the same schedule as one another. To divide the schools by PK-2nd grade (Roscoe) and 3rd-5th grade (Cresthaven) is ridiculous. It is ignorant to bus children back and forth, especially considering the county is in a budget crisis. I will be moving before the next school year based on the schools alone.
5 10/10/2025
This was a wonderful school. Back in 2009 I was struggling to find a school for my son and then I found Roscoe R Nix. This school was so understanding and really patient my son wasn''t the best kid back in elementary school he was smart but his behavior was something else and even through all that they still worked with him I can''t tell you how much memories were made at this school their after school festivals night outs,the field trips,parent conference I could go on the teachers though their what made the school shine because each kid was a treated like their own child they were just so kind to my son and others this will be a school that i and definitely my son won''t forget give Roscoe Nix a chance you''ll love it.
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