FAIRLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fairland Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Silver Spring, MD with about 631 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, Fairland Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Fairland Elementary School, located in the Fairland area of Silver Spring, Maryland, is a public school serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. The school is known for its commitment to providing a rigorous academic curriculum while fostering a nurturing environment that supports the social and emotional development of its diverse student body. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies, the school aims to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, emphasizing foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking.

Beyond its core academics, Fairland Elementary places a strong emphasis on community engagement and parental involvement. The school frequently collaborates with families to create an inclusive atmosphere where cultural diversity is celebrated and students are encouraged to be active, respectful members of their community. With its proximity to the Fairdale Road corridor, the school serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, offering various programs, extracurricular activities, and support services designed to help every child reach their full potential within the MCPS framework.

For more information, contact Fairland Elementary at (240) 740-0640 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.