ROSCOE R NIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Roscoe R Nix 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 498 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. 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 44 teachers, Roscoe R Nix Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Roscoe R. Nix Elementary School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Named in honor of Roscoe R. Nix, a prominent civil rights leader and former president of the Montgomery County branch of the NAACP, the school serves a diverse student population in the Oakview community. The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive, inclusive learning environment that emphasizes early childhood development and academic foundational skills.

The school’s curriculum is designed to foster both intellectual growth and social-emotional well-being, often utilizing collaborative teaching methods and community-focused initiatives. With a strong emphasis on equity and student success, Roscoe R. Nix Elementary works closely with local families to ensure that students are prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond. Through its partnership with MCPS, the school benefits from a wide range of academic resources, extracurricular programs, and specialized support services tailored to meet the needs of its unique student body.

For more information, contact Roscoe R Nix Elementary at (301) 422-5070 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.