Serving 474 students in grades 3-5, Cresthaven 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 18% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cresthaven Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cresthaven Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cresthaven Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cresthaven Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#906 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
51%
24%
Black
40%
32%
White
2%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cresthaven Elementary School's ranking?
Cresthaven Elementary School is ranked #906 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cresthaven Elementary School often compared to?
Cresthaven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roscoe R Nix Elementary School, New Hampshire Estates Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cresthaven Elementary School?
474 students attend Cresthaven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Cresthaven Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cresthaven Elementary School?
Cresthaven Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cresthaven Elementary School offer ?
Cresthaven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cresthaven Elementary School part of?
Cresthaven Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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