Serving 470 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wayside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayside 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
Wayside Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Wayside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayside 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
#17 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
40%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
37%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayside Elementary School's ranking?
Wayside Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Wayside Elementary School often compared to?
Wayside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Wayside Elementary School?
470 students attend Wayside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Wayside Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayside Elementary School?
Wayside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayside Elementary School offer ?
Wayside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wayside Elementary School part of?
Wayside Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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