Garrett Park Elementary School

Serving 685 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garrett Park 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 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 685 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20% in MD
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Garrett Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Garrett Park Elementary School's student population of 685 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
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Total Students
685 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
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School Calendar
School Motto
One Band, One Sound

School Rankings

Garrett Park 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 Garrett Park Elementary School is 0.75, 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.
This School
State Level (MD)
#151 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
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62%
27%
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65%
45%
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35-39%
36%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
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Hispanic
24%
23%
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Black
13%
33%
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White
39%
32%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.75
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
44%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garrett Park Elementary School's ranking?
Garrett Park Elementary School is ranked #151 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Garrett Park Elementary School?
685 students attend Garrett Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Garrett Park Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrett Park Elementary School?
Garrett Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garrett Park Elementary School offer ?
Garrett Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Garrett Park Elementary School part of?
Garrett Park Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools.

School Reviews

2   10/10/2025
The school has a good academic level but lacks a friendly environment. Teachers overwhelmed with ed. standards & do not put any effort into building good positive relations. Admin Staff are nasty & racist. Very unpleasant experience. Kids taught how to deal with bullying - "DEBUG" - no effort into putting an END to it. Awful school!
- Posted by Parent - titi0
1   10/10/2025
Bullying protocol is horrible, no disciplinary action is taken if another child hits your child, teachers are overwhelmed with too many kids in their classroom and are burnt out. I don't know where great schools got their ratio for student to teacher for garret park but it is most definitely not 16 to 1 teacher, there are so many kids in each classroom my daughters teacher actually forgot to put her on the Valentine's Day list for card exchange, which then my daughter got teased about for not getting any cards. Teacher to parent communication is horrible it used to be great when they incorporated class dojo but they no longer use that that system. I am extremely disappointed in the lack of quality education time for a new school because Garett park is clearly disorganized and lacking in taking action to improve.
- Posted by Parent - Lizbeth
5   10/10/2025
We've been very pleased with the parent-teacher communication. I haven't had much interaction with admins but the school environment has been welcoming.
- Posted by Parent - GP parent
4   10/10/2025
PTA is the best!
- Posted by Parent - proud PTA parent
5   10/10/2025
My son has had an excellent experience here. His teachers are caring and the community is very involved with the school.
- Posted by Parent - Mark
5   10/10/2025
Great community. Dedicated staff and parents.
- Posted by Parent - GPESParent
5   10/10/2025
Garrett Park Elementary School has involved parents, great staff and teachers. It's a LEED school and does care about STEM and overall health and well being of our kids.
- Posted by Parent - Nellie
5   10/10/2025
So far the teachers, before and after care have been amazing and supportive of a new family
- Posted by Parent - New parent

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 685 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 61%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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