Excellent

#215 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 16% in state

Highland View Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

9010 Providence Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#215 of 1,363

In Silver Spring

#8 of 53

public schools

In district

#70 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Highland View Elementary

Highland View Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver Spring, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Highland View Elementary serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Highland View Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Highland View Elementary

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Highland View Elementary School is located at 9010 Providence Avenue in Silver Spring, MD 20901 1 . The school's principal is Mrs. Hanna Yim, and Terrence Fisher serves as the Assistant Principal 1 . Highland View is identified as a Title I school 1 . It participates in the Leader in Me Cohort 3 program and offers services through the Community School DeBug initiative and Be Well 365 1 . The school provides a Parent and Caregiver Handbook for the 2025-2026 school year 1 . Standard school hours are from 9:25 a.m. to 3:50 p.m., with early dismissal at 1:20 p.m. 1 . The school offers information in multiple languages, including Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese 1 . Upcoming events include a Kindergarten Open House scheduled for Friday, March 27, from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m. 1 . The last day of school for students is listed as Thursday, June 18, followed by a systemwide closure on Friday, June 19 1 .

Sources (1)

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org

How it compares0.8 pts above district

8.3

This school 8.3 · Excellent
District avg 7.5
MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.7Very Good50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-3.51 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics8.6Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency41.2% (2025 MCAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5% (2025 MCAP)

Math vs. State Avg+11 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+3.4 pts

Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)

vs. Expected+12.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile78th

Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$19,456

Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Highland View Elementary — Students at Highland View Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

30.2% (2025 MCAP)

ELA Proficiency 60.4% (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

87%

ELA

82%

2010

Math

87%

ELA

92%

2011

Math

92%

ELA

97.5%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

92%

2013

Math

77%

ELA

87%

2014

Math

32%

ELA

37%

2015

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

47%

2018

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2019

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2020*

Math

27%

ELA

37%

2021*

Math

27%

ELA

37%

2022

Math

37%

ELA

62%

2025

Math

41.2%

ELA

54.5%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Highland View Elementary Compares

See how Highland View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.3/10

84th percentile in MD

Academic

8.6/10

Excellent

Growth

7.7/10

Very Good

Environment

9.4/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

56%

Teaching Staff

13:1 student-teacher ratio

30 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

21.3%

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

9010 Providence Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highland View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Piney Branch Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Takoma Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sligo Creek Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pine Crest Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Silver Spring International Middle Silver Spring	0.4 mi	1,062	6.4
Sligo Creek Elementary Silver Spring	0.4 mi	667	8.3
Oak View Elementary Silver Spring	0.4 mi	409	7.7
THE SPRINGWELL SCHOOL Silver Spring	0.6 mi	25	—
Eastern Middle Silver Spring	0.7 mi	910	8.5
East Silver Spring Elementary Silver Spring	0.9 mi	525	8.2
MOUNT JEZREEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring	0.7 mi	2	—
Montgomery Blair High Silver Spring	0.9 mi	3,261	6.8
ACORN HILL WALDORF KINDERGARTEN & NURSERY Silver Spring	0.8 mi	10	—
ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.1 mi	305	6.7
Rolling Terrace Elementary Takoma Park	0.9 mi	656	3.8
Montgomery Knolls Elementary Silver Spring	0.9 mi	506	7.7
Pine Crest Elementary Silver Spring	1.2 mi	471	8.3
New Hampshire Estates Elem Silver Spring	1.0 mi	455	7.7
Takoma Park Middle Silver Spring	1.3 mi	1,124	8.8
TAKOMA ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.2 mi	206	5.6
THE NORA SCHOOL Silver Spring	1.3 mi	65	6.2
TAKOMA ACADEMY Takoma Park	1.2 mi	179	6.7
Takoma Park Elementary Takoma Park	1.5 mi	598	6.5
Piney Branch Elementary Takoma Park	1.5 mi	599	8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,133

Median Home Value

$571,300

Median Rent

$1,785/mo

Population

37,338

College Educated

56.4%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highland View Elementary

What grades does Highland View Elementary serve?

Highland View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Highland View Elementary?

Highland View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Highland View Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highland View Elementary rank in MD?

Highland View Elementary ranks #215 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Highland View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Highland View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Highland View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland View Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Highland View Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Highland View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Highland View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland View Elementary?

56.3% of students at Highland View 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.