Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sligo Creek Elementary School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sligo Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sligo Creek Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#183 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
26%
33%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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 #183 out of 1,347 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% 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?
646 students attend Sligo Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sligo Creek Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sligo Creek Elementary School?
Sligo Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sligo Creek Elementary School part of?
Sligo Creek Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/3/2020
I THINK THIS IS A GREAT SCHOOL!
5 9/12/2012
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.
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