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Glen Haven Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

10900 Inwood Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Enrollment

564

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#691 of 1,363

In Silver Spring

#33 of 53

public schools

In district

#153 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Glen Haven Elementary

6.3/10

Elementary School in Silver Spring · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Glen Haven Elementary

Glen Haven Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver Spring, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Glen Haven Elementary serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Haven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #691 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Glen Haven Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Glen Haven 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.1% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.6% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-1.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism31%

Glen Haven Elementary — Students at Glen Haven Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 52.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
29.1%
ELA
32.6%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Glen Haven Elementary Compares

See how Glen Haven Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
49th percentile in MD
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10900 Inwood Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glen Haven Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forest Knolls Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flora M. Singer Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakland Terrace Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Sligo Middle Silver Spring 0.5 mi 7.4
KEHILLAT ASHREINU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring 0.5 mi
PATHWAYS HORIZONS Silverspring 0.5 mi
YESHIVA OF GREATER WASHINGTON BOYS DIVISION Spring Valley 0.7 mi 6.7
EVERGREEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring 0.7 mi 6.9
Arcola Elementary Silver Spring 0.8 mi 4.8
LEO BERNSTEIN JEWISH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Silver Spring 0.8 mi 4.9
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Silver Spring 0.8 mi 7.7
Northwood High Silver Spring 0.7 mi 6.7
ST ANDREW APOSTLE SCHOOL Silver Spring 1.0 mi 7.7
Stephen Knolls School Kensington 0.8 mi 2.9
PATHWAYS SCHOOL--EDGEWOOD Silver Spring 0.8 mi
Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring 0.9 mi 8.7
Odessa Shannon Middle Silver Spring 1.1 mi 5.3
THE SIENA SCHOOL Silver Spring 1.2 mi 8.4
Oakland Terrace Elementary Silver Spring 1.2 mi 8.4
THE GAN MONTESSORI Silver Spring 1.3 mi
Kemp Mill Elementary Silver Spring 1.3 mi 5.4
Flora M. Singer Elementary Silver Spring 1.4 mi 8.6
CROSSWAY COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kensington 1.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,408

Median Home Value

$531,200

Median Rent

$2,088/mo

Population

53,170

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

64.7%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

37

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School Rating
Benjamin Banneker Elementary Loveville, MD 6.3
Broad Ford Elementary Oakland, MD 6.3
Edgewood Elementary Edgewood, MD 6.3
Gaywood Elementary Lanham, MD 6.3
Jackson Road Elementary Silver Spring, MD 6.3
Lothian Elementary Lothian, MD 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glen Haven Elementary

What grades does Glen Haven Elementary serve?

Glen Haven Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Glen Haven Elementary?

Glen Haven Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Haven Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Glen Haven Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glen Haven Elementary rank in MD?

Glen Haven Elementary ranks #691 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Glen Haven Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Glen Haven Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Glen Haven Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Haven Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Glen Haven Elementary a charter school?

No, Glen Haven Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Glen Haven Elementary a Title I school?

No, Glen Haven Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Haven Elementary?

56.7% of students at Glen Haven 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

District

Montgomery County Public Schools
District Enrollment
160,223
Schools in District
211
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,456
District Rank
#153 of 206

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