Serving 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Stephen Knolls School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen Knolls School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Stephen Knolls School's student population of 51 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Stephen Knolls School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen Knolls School is 0.72, 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
#378 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
35%
24%
Black
24%
32%
White
31%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen Knolls School's ranking?
Stephen Knolls School is ranked #378 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Stephen Knolls School?
51 students attend Stephen Knolls School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Stephen Knolls School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen Knolls School?
Stephen Knolls School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stephen Knolls School offer ?
Stephen Knolls School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stephen Knolls School part of?
Stephen Knolls School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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