Serving 538 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Poolesville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poolesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Poolesville Elementary School's student population of 538 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poolesville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poolesville Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
8%
33%
White
62%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poolesville Elementary School's ranking?
Poolesville Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Poolesville Elementary School often compared to?
Poolesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monocacy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Poolesville Elementary School?
538 students attend Poolesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Poolesville Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poolesville Elementary School?
Poolesville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poolesville Elementary School offer ?
Poolesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Poolesville Elementary School part of?
Poolesville Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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