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Weller Road Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

3301 Weller Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Enrollment

700

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#970 of 1,363

In Silver Spring

#47 of 53

public schools

In district

#182 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Weller Road Elementary

5.2/10

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

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6.1/10

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About Weller Road Elementary

Weller Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver Spring, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Weller Road Elementary serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Weller Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #970 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Weller Road Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.2% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.3% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Weller Road Elementary — Students at Weller Road Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (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
88%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2025
Math
25.2%
ELA
27.3%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Weller Road Elementary Compares

See how Weller Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in MD
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

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

3301 Weller Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weller Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bel Pre Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenallan Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
A. Mario Loiederman Middle Silver Spring 0.2 mi 6.1
Wheaton High Silver Spring 0.4 mi 7.0
Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring 0.8 mi 4.5
Sargent Shriver Elementary Silver Spring 0.7 mi 5.4
Harmony Hills Elementary Silver Spring 0.9 mi 4.9
Highland Elementary Silver Spring 1.0 mi 6.8
Bel Pre Elementary Silver Spring 1.3 mi 7.4
Strathmore Elementary Silver Spring 1.4 mi 6.7
Wheaton Woods Elementary Rockville 1.2 mi 6.0
BARRIE SCHOOL Silver Spring 1.4 mi 8.6
Newport Mill Middle Kensington 1.7 mi 6.9
ROCK CREEK MONTESSORI SCHL Silver Spring 1.6 mi
Viers Mill Elementary Silver Spring 1.5 mi 4.4
CROSSWAY COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kensington 1.7 mi
Glenallan Elementary Silver Spring 1.4 mi 6.8
Albert Einstein High Kensington 1.8 mi 7.2
THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring 1.8 mi
Rock View Elementary Kensington 1.9 mi 5.9
John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring 1.5 mi 5.0
ST JUDE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockville 1.6 mi 6.3

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weller Road Elementary

What grades does Weller Road Elementary serve?

Weller Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Weller Road Elementary?

Weller Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weller Road Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Weller Road Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weller Road Elementary rank in MD?

Weller Road Elementary ranks #970 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Weller Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Weller Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Weller Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weller Road Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weller Road Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Weller Road Elementary a Title I school?

No, Weller Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Weller Road Elementary?

63.3% of students at Weller 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

District

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

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