Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Silver Spring Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Silver Spring Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Silver Spring Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Silver Spring Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#470 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
56%
33%
White
19%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Silver Spring Elementary School's ranking?
East Silver Spring Elementary School is ranked #470 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are East Silver Spring Elementary School often compared to?
East Silver Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sligo Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend East Silver Spring Elementary School?
485 students attend East Silver Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of East Silver Spring Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Silver Spring Elementary School?
East Silver Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Silver Spring Elementary School offer ?
East Silver Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Silver Spring Elementary School part of?
East Silver Spring Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 5/25/2021
ESS a true change, and makes changes every day to all students. My 3 Kids are so blessed for having the chance to study at ESS. Lovely, hard-working and passionate teachers and greatest school ever.
5 8/20/2019
EAST SILVER SPRING GOT BEST PRINCIPAL- ALWAYS WORKING HARD TO ELEVATE QUALITY OF ACADEMIC PROGRAMS.
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