Average
#898 of 1,363 schools in MD
Cannon Road Elementary
Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools
901 Cannon Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#898 of 1,363
In Silver Spring
#42 of 53
public schools
In district
#175 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Cannon Road Elementary
Cannon Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver Spring, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Cannon Road Elementary serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cannon Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #898 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Cannon Road Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Cannon Road 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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Cannon Road Elementary — Students at Cannon Road Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.
How Cannon Road Elementary Compares
See how Cannon Road 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
901 Cannon Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cannon Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westover Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William Tyler Page Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| William Tyler Page Elementary Silver Spring | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| White Oak Middle Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Jackson Road Elementary Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JAMON MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.7 mi | — |
| Springbrook High Silver Spring | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CASA DE MONTESSORI Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | — |
| JULIA BROWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Westover Elementary Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| HOUSE OF HOPE MARYLAND DAY SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.8 mi | — |
| FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Burnt Mills Elementary Silver Spring | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| THE GAN MONTESSORI Silver Spring | 2.0 mi | — |
| Kemp Mill Elementary Silver Spring | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Stonegate Elementary Silver Spring | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Cloverly Elementary Silver Spring | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Francis Scott Key Middle Silver Spring | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle Silver Spring | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Cresthaven Elementary Silver Spring | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,322
Median Home Value
$533,500
Median Rent
$1,893/mo
Population
57,244
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
40.1
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|---|---|
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| G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen, MD | 5.5 |
| Malcolm Elementary School Waldorf, MD | 5.5 |
| Mechanicsville Elementary Mechanicsville, MD | 5.5 |
| Riverside Elementary Joppa, MD | 5.5 |
| Running Brook Elementary Columbia, MD | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cannon Road Elementary
What grades does Cannon Road Elementary serve?
Cannon Road Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cannon Road Elementary?
Cannon Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cannon Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cannon Road Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cannon Road Elementary rank in MD?
Cannon Road Elementary ranks #898 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Cannon Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cannon Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cannon Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cannon Road Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cannon Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Cannon Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cannon Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cannon Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cannon Road Elementary?
55.6% of students at Cannon Road 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (240) 740-0520
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #175 of 206
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