Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Knolls 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 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Knolls 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
Forest Knolls Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Forest Knolls 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 Forest Knolls Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#187 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
39%
23%
Black
18%
33%
White
32%
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
32%
44%
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: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Knolls Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Knolls Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Forest Knolls Elementary School?
492 students attend Forest Knolls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Forest Knolls Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Knolls Elementary School?
Forest Knolls Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Knolls Elementary School offer ?
Forest Knolls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forest Knolls Elementary School part of?
Forest Knolls Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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