East Silver Spring Elementary

Summary:

East Silver Spring Elementary is a public elementary school serving 513 students in grades PK-5 in Silver Spring, Maryland, which is part of the highly-ranked Montgomery County Public Schools district.

Despite having a high percentage (60.23%) of students from low-income families, East Silver Spring Elementary has demonstrated impressive academic performance, ranking in the top 25-30% of Maryland elementary schools. In 2023-2024, the school's proficiency rates in Math (34.5%) and English Language Arts (43.7%) exceeded the state averages. Notably, the school's African American and low-socioeconomic status student subgroups performed exceptionally well, ranking in the top 10% and top 5% of Maryland elementary schools in those categories. This suggests the school is effectively supporting and meeting the needs of its diverse student population.

Compared to nearby schools like Montgomery Knolls Elementary, Rosemary Hills Elementary, and Carole Highlands Elementary, East Silver Spring Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of African American (54%) and Hispanic (18.32%) students, contributing to a more balanced and diverse racial composition. This diversity and integration could provide valuable learning experiences for students and contribute to a more inclusive school community. Additionally, the school's higher spending per student ($18,768) compared to the state average and nearby schools presents opportunities for collaboration and resource sharing to strengthen the overall educational ecosystem in the local community.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 631 Silver Spring Ave
       Silver Spring, MD  20910-4607


(240) 740-0620

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
395th of 859 Maryland Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $19,338 Help


Students who attend East Silver Spring Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Takoma Park Middle
High:    Albert Einstein High
    John F. Kennedy High
    Montgomery Blair High
    Northwood High
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Student/teacher ratio:  13.2 Help
Number of students:  513

Racial breakdown:

African American:
54.0%
White:
18.3%
Hispanic:
18.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  60.2% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details East Silver Spring Elementary ranks better than 54% of elementary schools in Maryland. It also ranks 84th among 130 ranked elementary schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 47.61. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at East Silver Spring Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: African American (54%), Hispanic (18.3%), White (18.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 60.2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at East Silver Spring Elementary is 13.2. 69 elementary schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare East Silver Spring Elementary employs 38.7 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at East Silver Spring Elementary is $19,338. 81 elementary schools in the Montgomery County Public Schools District spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

East Silver Spring Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Montgomery County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Montgomery County Public Schools 7th of 25 Maryland school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for East Silver Spring Elementary

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Rank History for all students at East Silver Spring Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 53.59 436th 803 45.7%
2011 29.45 664th 853 22.2%
2012 37.84 603rd 857 29.6%
2013 41.07 548th 847 35.3%
2014 40.68 593rd 867 31.6%
2015 48.91 401st 859 53.3%
2016 51.25 383rd 845 54.7%
2017 61.17 298th 847 64.8%
2018 62.67 301st 857 64.9%
2019 52.12 362nd 853 57.6%
2021 61.68 213th 802 73.4%
2022 72.10 250th 862 71.0%
2023 71.25 224th 855 73.8%
2024 47.61 395th 859 54.0%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at East Silver Spring Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 41.05 54th 115 53.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at East Silver Spring Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 77.97 29th 546 94.7%
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Rank History for Female students at East Silver Spring Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 55.72 240th 796 69.8%
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Rank History for Male students at East Silver Spring Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 61.76 209th 788 73.5%
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Rank History for African American students at East Silver Spring Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 77.03 46th 504 90.9%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at East Silver Spring Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 41.53 149th 347 57.1%
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Data source: test scores: Maryland State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Monday, May 20, 2013

Open Quote We have been a part of the school for 4 years now. I love the teaching staff and the administration. It is a fabulous, loving place for the children to go every day-my kids have been very happy and well adjusted here. Perhaps the school rankings are not that high because of test scores. School funding for all of the schools in the area was cut severely two years ago, and I have definitely seen a change in teaching resources since then. Also, the students are very, very diverse-which is lovely because you don't run into the same kid of bullying issues you might find at other schools- but I can imagine that it would be difficult for the teachers to have such a diverse bunch. Regardless, my children are happy, I love the community feel of the school, there are excellent clubs and they ARE being taught well. Close Quote



Enrollment information for East Silver Spring Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 173 135 19 64 1 n/a n/a 0 392
1990 178 144 18 84 0 n/a n/a -2 422
1991 173 125 16 105 1 n/a n/a 0 420
1992 169 139 21 94 2 n/a n/a 0 425
1993 177 146 18 96 0 n/a n/a 0 437
1994 195 157 22 109 2 n/a n/a 0 485
1995 184 163 34 119 1 n/a n/a 0 501
1996 184 163 34 119 1 n/a n/a 0 501
1997 173 180 33 106 2 n/a n/a 0 494
1998 176 211 29 100 4 n/a n/a 0 520
1999 161 216 37 112 1 n/a n/a 0 527
2000 85 203 21 120 0 n/a n/a 0 429
2001 73 183 22 120 2 n/a n/a 0 400
2002 49 193 23 107 2 n/a n/a 0 374
2003 49 193 23 107 2 n/a n/a 0 374
2004 34 192 20 110 2 n/a n/a 0 358
2005 24 148 20 72 3 n/a n/a 0 267
2006 31 141 19 59 1 n/a n/a 0 251
2007 32 139 24 49 0 n/a n/a 0 244
2008 25 123 22 55 1 n/a n/a 0 226
2009 33 126 18 50 0 n/a n/a 0 227
2010 62 167 21 56 0 n/a n/a 0 306
2011 58 173 20 91 0 0 10 0 352
2012 67 205 23 107 0 0 17 0 419
2013 83 254 25 108 0 0 14 0 484
2014 86 273 19 118 0 0 16 0 512
2015 81 282 21 115 2 0 18 0 519
2016 87 310 20 113 3 0 21 0 554
2017 77 283 25 123 2 0 24 0 534
2018 79 295 15 121 1 1 27 0 539
2019 78 295 12 103 1 1 21 0 511
2020 87 266 13 109 1 2 19 0 497
2021 85 252 14 103 0 2 24 1 481
2022 93 270 20 82 0 1 18 1 485
2023 94 277 22 94 1 0 24 1 513

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at East Silver Spring Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 392 24.2 16.1 n/a
1990 422 26.0 16.2 21.3
1991 420 29.3 14.3 30.2
1992 425 28.0 15.1 30.4
1993 437 25.5 17.1 29.5
1994 485 28.5 17.0 33.4
1995 501 26.1 19.2 30.7
1996 501 26.1 19.2 30.7
1997 494 30.5 16.2 34.2
1998 520 31.0 16.8 31.2
1999 527 31.0 17.0 43.3
2000 429 32.5 13.2 54.8
2001 400 36.0 11.1 52.3
2002 374 34.6 10.8 53.5
2003 374 34.6 10.8 53.5
2004 358 33.8 10.6 53.9
2005 267 28.0 9.5 58.4
2006 251 25.0 10.0 55.4
2007 244 29.5 8.3 57
2008 226 27.3 8.3 61.5
2009 227 25.5 8.9 63.9
2010 306 27.6 11.0 60.5
2011 352 27.5 12.8 59.7
2012 419 30.8 13.6 59.7
2013 484 37.6 12.8 56.8
2014 512 41.4 12.3 61.5
2015 519 42.0 12.3 59.5
2016 554 43.0 12.8 55.6
2017 534 42.5 12.5 57.1
2018 539 39.3 13.7 52.7
2019 511 40.7 12.5 52.1
2020 497 39.1 12.7 49.9
2021 481 38.1 12.6 52.2
2022 485 36.0 13.4 50.7
2023 513 38.7 13.2 60.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio East Silver Spring Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 392 24.2 16.1 n/a
1990 422 26.0 16.2 21.3
1991 420 29.3 14.3 30.2
1992 425 28.0 15.1 30.4
1993 437 25.5 17.1 29.5
1994 485 28.5 17.0 33.4
1995 501 26.1 19.2 30.7
1996 501 26.1 19.2 30.7
1997 494 30.5 16.2 34.2
1998 520 31.0 16.8 31.2
1999 527 31.0 17.0 43.3
2000 429 32.5 13.2 54.8
2001 400 36.0 11.1 52.3
2002 374 34.6 10.8 53.5
2003 374 34.6 10.8 53.5
2004 358 33.8 10.6 53.9
2005 267 28.0 9.5 58.4
2006 251 25.0 10.0 55.4
2007 244 29.5 8.3 57
2008 226 27.3 8.3 61.5
2009 227 25.5 8.9 63.9
2010 306 27.6 11.0 60.5
2011 352 27.5 12.8 59.7
2012 419 30.8 13.6 59.7
2013 484 37.6 12.8 56.8
2014 512 41.4 12.3 61.5
2015 519 42.0 12.3 59.5
2016 554 43.0 12.8 55.6
2017 534 42.5 12.5 57.1
2018 539 39.3 13.7 52.7
2019 511 40.7 12.5 52.1
2020 497 39.1 12.7 49.9
2021 481 38.1 12.6 52.2
2022 485 36.0 13.4 50.7
2023 513 38.7 13.2 60.2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for East Silver Spring Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $606 (3.3%) $17,630 (96.7%) $18,236
2020 $740 (4.1%) $17,251 (95.9%) $17,991
2021 $960 (5.1%) $17,808 (94.9%) $18,768
2022 $1,738 (9.7%) $16,209 (90.3%) $17,947
2023 $1,314 (6.8%) $18,024 (93.2%) $19,338

Data source: Maryland Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on East Silver Spring Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
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Post pandemic (2022-2023)
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Ranks 362nd of 853 Elementary schoolsRanks 224th of 855 Elementary schools
 16.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students511513
 0.4%
African American295277
 6.1%
American Indian11
Asian1222
 83.3%
Hispanic10394
 8.7%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White7894
 20.5%
Two or More Races2124
 14.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients52.1%60.2%
 8.2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about East Silver Spring Elementary

In the 2022-23 school year, 513 students attended East Silver Spring Elementary.

Students at East Silver Spring Elementary are 54% African American, 18% White, 18% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 4% Asian.

Students who attend East Silver Spring Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Takoma Park Middle
High : Albert Einstein High
High : John F. Kennedy High
High : Montgomery Blair High
High : Northwood High
High : Wheaton High

East Silver Spring Elementary ranks 395th of 859 Maryland elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Maryland State Department of Education.

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