SLIGO CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sligo Creek Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Silver Spring, MD with about 671 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Sligo Creek Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Sligo Creek Elementary School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is a vibrant public school within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. It offers a comprehensive academic program designed to meet the needs of students in grades Pre-K through 5, emphasizing both core foundational subjects and the development of social-emotional skills.

Beyond its standard curriculum, Sligo Creek is perhaps best known for its popular Two-Way Immersion (TWI) program, which provides students the unique opportunity to become biliterate in both English and French. The school actively encourages parental involvement and maintains a collaborative partnership with the local community to support student success. With a focus on academic excellence, equity, and global awareness, Sligo Creek Elementary strives to prepare its students to be thoughtful, engaged learners in an increasingly interconnected world.

For more information, contact Sligo Creek Elementary at (301) 562-2722 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.