Serving 724 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Arcola Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arcola Elementary School's student population of 724 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Arcola Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcola Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#943 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
67%
23%
Black
22%
33%
White
5%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
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 Arcola Elementary School's ranking?
Arcola Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 1,347 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Arcola Elementary School?
724 students attend Arcola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Arcola Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arcola Elementary School?
Arcola Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arcola Elementary School offer ?
Arcola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arcola Elementary School part of?
Arcola Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Arcola Elementary School located?
Arcola Elementary School is located in the Wheaton neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD. There are 5 other public schools located in Wheaton.
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