Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fields Road Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fields Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Fields Road Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Fields Road Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fields Road Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#605 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
36%
23%
Black
18%
33%
White
25%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Fields Road Elementary School's ranking?
Fields Road Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Fields Road Elementary School often compared to?
Fields Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rachel Carson Elementary School, Jones Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Fields Road Elementary School?
449 students attend Fields Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Fields Road Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fields Road Elementary School?
Fields Road Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fields Road Elementary School offer ?
Fields Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fields Road Elementary School part of?
Fields Road Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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