Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cannon Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cannon Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Cannon Road Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
'Every student will achieve their highest potential.'
School Rankings
Cannon Road Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cannon Road Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#859 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
45%
24%
Black
37%
32%
White
5%
31%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cannon Road Elementary School's ranking?
Cannon Road Elementary School is ranked #859 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cannon Road Elementary School?
388 students attend Cannon Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cannon Road Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cannon Road Elementary School?
Cannon Road Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cannon Road Elementary School offer ?
Cannon Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cannon Road Elementary School part of?
Cannon Road Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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