Serving 468 students in grades 3-5, Pine Crest 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 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Crest Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pine Crest Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Crest Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#444 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
45%
22%
Black
23%
33%
White
22%
33%
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
53%
46%
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 #444 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Pine Crest Elementary School?
468 students attend Pine Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pine Crest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 15:1, which is higher than 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 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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