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.
579
Total Students
35.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Takoma Park Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White218
Hispanic132
Black175
Asian15
Two or More38
American Indian1
  • White
    218 (37.7 %)
  • Black
    175 (30.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    132 (22.8 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    15 (2.6 %)
  • 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: 579
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 180
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 43
Kindergarten 160
Grade 1 175
Grade 2 201

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Takoma Park Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten43
Kindergarten160
Grade 1175
Grade 2201
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Takoma Park Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female30152%
Male27848%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Charter School 280 Students
Charter School 89 Students