Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harmony Hills 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harmony Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Harmony Hills Elementary School's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Harmony Hills 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 Harmony Hills Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1044 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
86%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Harmony Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Harmony Hills Elementary School is ranked #1044 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Harmony Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Harmony Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgian Forest Elementary School, Sargent Shriver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Harmony Hills Elementary School?
693 students attend Harmony Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Harmony Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harmony Hills Elementary School?
Harmony Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Harmony Hills Elementary School offer ?
Harmony Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harmony Hills Elementary School part of?
Harmony Hills Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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