School Overview
Takoma Park Elementary School, located in the heart of Takoma Park, Maryland, is a vibrant K–2 primary school within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Known for its commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment, the school focuses on building a strong academic and social foundation for its youngest learners. Its central location in the historic Takoma Park community allows the school to draw from a diverse and deeply engaged parent population, which plays a significant role in the school’s collaborative and community-oriented atmosphere.

The school is widely recognized for its dedication to the "whole child" approach, emphasizing not only core academic competencies but also social-emotional growth and creative exploration. By serving grades kindergarten through second, Takoma Park Elementary acts as a vital bridge between early childhood and upper elementary education. With a curriculum supported by MCPS standards and a focus on equity and excellence, the school works to ensure that all students—regardless of background—are provided with the tools and support necessary to thrive as they transition into Piney Branch Elementary for third grade.
559
Total Students
36.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Takoma Park Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White207
Hispanic136
Black162
Asian11
Two or More41
American Indian1
  • White
    207 (37.1%)
  • Black
    162 (29.0%)
  • Hispanic
    136 (24.4%)
  • Two or More
    41 (7.3%)
  • Asian
    11 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)740-0980
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/takomaparkes/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students: 559
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 180
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 40
Kindergarten 146
Grade 1 217
Grade 2 156

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Takoma Park Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten40
Kindergarten146
Grade 1217
Grade 2156
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Takoma Park Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27749.6%
Male28150.3%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School 302 Students
Charter School 80 Students