Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sligo Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sligo Creek Elementary serves the southeast part of Silver Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sligo Creek 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
School Overview
Sligo Creek Elementary School's student population of 632 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sligo Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sligo Creek Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#196 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sligo Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Sligo Creek Elementary School is ranked #196 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Sligo Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Sligo Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Silver Spring Elementary School, Woodlin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Sligo Creek Elementary School?
632 students attend Sligo Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sligo Creek Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sligo Creek Elementary School?
Sligo Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sligo Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sligo Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sligo Creek Elementary School part of?
Sligo Creek Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I believe that the special education program is excellent for my autistic grandson. He has had some outstanding teachers. My granddaughter is also receiving a good program from her teachers. The athletic program is comprehensive and very enthusiastic. I recommend Sligo Creek Elementary School. We have not had either child in the French immersion classes.
5 10/10/2025
I THINK THIS IS A GREAT SCHOOL!
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