Very Good
#423 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 31% in state
Based on limited data
Bel Pre Elementary
Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools
13801 Rippling Brook Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 48 schools in Silver Spring. Learn more
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#423 of 1,363
In Silver Spring
#19 of 53
public schools
In district
#109 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Bel Pre Elementary
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About Bel Pre Elementary
Bel Pre Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver Spring, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Bel Pre Elementary serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Bel Pre Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #423 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Bel Pre Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bel Pre Elementary Compares
See how Bel Pre Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
13801 Rippling Brook Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bel Pre Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westover Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brookhaven Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rockville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Glenallan Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BARRIE SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Argyle Middle Silver Spring | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Strathmore Elementary Silver Spring | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | — |
| Weller Road Elementary Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Harmony Hills Elementary Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| A. Mario Loiederman Middle Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Glenallan Elementary Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Wheaton High Silver Spring | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Highland Elementary Silver Spring | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Sargent Shriver Elementary Silver Spring | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Parkland Middle Rockville | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Westover Elementary Silver Spring | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Wheaton Woods Elementary Rockville | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Rockville | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Arcola Elementary Silver Spring | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle Silver Spring | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,964
Median Home Value
$440,600
Median Rent
$1,945/mo
Population
71,216
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin D. Foulois Academy Morningside, MD | 7.4 |
| Calvert Elementary Prince Frederick, MD | 7.4 |
| Cranberry Station Elementary Westminster, MD | 7.4 |
| Hurlock Elementary School Hurlock, MD | 7.4 |
| Hyattsville Elementary Hyattsville, MD | 7.4 |
| Manchester Elementary Manchester, MD | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bel Pre Elementary
What grades does Bel Pre Elementary serve?
Bel Pre Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Bel Pre Elementary?
Bel Pre Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bel Pre Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bel Pre Elementary is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bel Pre Elementary rank in MD?
Bel Pre Elementary ranks #423 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Bel Pre Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bel Pre Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bel Pre Elementary a charter school?
No, Bel Pre Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bel Pre Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bel Pre Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bel Pre Elementary?
60.9% of students at Bel Pre Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (301) 287-8870
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #109 of 206
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