Serving 585 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Olney Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Olney Elementary School's student population of 585 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Olney Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olney Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#247 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
19%
24%
Black
15%
32%
White
47%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Montgomery County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olney Elementary School's ranking?
Olney Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Olney Elementary School often compared to?
Olney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooke Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Olney Elementary School?
585 students attend Olney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Olney Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olney Elementary School?
Olney Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olney Elementary School offer ?
Olney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Olney Elementary School part of?
Olney Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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