Serving 463 students in grades 3-5, Pine Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pine Crest Elementary School's student population of 463 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Crest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Crest Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#318 out of 1343 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
39%
21%
Black
24%
33%
White
25%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Crest Elementary School is ranked #318 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Pine Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Pine Crest Elementary School?
463 students attend Pine Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Pine Crest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Crest Elementary School?
Pine Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Crest Elementary School offer ?
Pine Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Crest Elementary School part of?
Pine Crest Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Pine Crest Elementary School located?
Pine Crest Elementary School is located in the Woodmoor neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD.
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