Serving 614 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snowden Farm Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snowden Farm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Snowden Farm Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Snowden Farm Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Snowden Farm Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#160 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
48%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
19%
33%
White
16%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snowden Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Snowden Farm Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Snowden Farm Elementary School often compared to?
Snowden Farm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Wims Elementary School, Clarksburg 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 25% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Snowden Farm Elementary School?
614 students attend Snowden Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Snowden Farm Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snowden Farm Elementary School?
Snowden Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Snowden Farm Elementary School offer ?
Snowden Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Snowden Farm Elementary School part of?
Snowden Farm Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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