Serving 464 students in grades 3-5, Strathmore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Strathmore Elementary serves the eastern part of Silver Spring, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strathmore Elementary School's student population of 464 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Strathmore 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 Strathmore Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#743 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
27%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strathmore Elementary School's ranking?
Strathmore Elementary School is ranked #743 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Strathmore Elementary School?
464 students attend Strathmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Strathmore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strathmore Elementary School?
Strathmore Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strathmore Elementary School offer ?
Strathmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Strathmore Elementary School part of?
Strathmore Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school does not have a ratio of 15:1, it is more like 26:1. The teachers are very overworked and there is little parent involvement.
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