Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, College Gardens 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 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
College Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
College Gardens Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
College Gardens 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 College Gardens Elementary School is 0.79, which is more 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
#197 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
22%
24%
Black
28%
32%
White
24%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is College Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
College Gardens Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are College Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
College Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend College Gardens Elementary School?
506 students attend College Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of College Gardens Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of College Gardens Elementary School?
College Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does College Gardens Elementary School offer ?
College Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is College Gardens Elementary School part of?
College Gardens Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
My child will NOT be going back to College Gardens next year for 4th grade! I am very sad to think that this is suppose to be a top school in MoCo.
1 10/10/2025
Not good it starts out good but not great i wish that it could be better for me and my son and the staff just need's to be a bit more nice because their doing a bad job.
5 10/10/2025
This school has an amazing community of staff, parents, and children. The infusion of IB throughout the curriculum is special. As students walk the halls and class, they see the IB principles of compassion, respect, risk taker, curiosity, global thinker, etc. Because of IB, all students grades 1 and above get Chinese language exposure through Chinese language teachers, which is a plus. The principal is smart, kind hearted, and believes in partnering with families and fostering a strong sense of community.
5 10/10/2025
Good place
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