Serving 561 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Poolesville Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poolesville Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Motto
As a community, we will empower every child to persevere through challenges in order to be successful as a life-long learner.
School Rankings
Poolesville Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poolesville Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
16%
23%
Black
9%
33%
White
57%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poolesville Elementary School's ranking?
Poolesville Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Poolesville Elementary School?
561 students attend Poolesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Poolesville Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 8% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poolesville Elementary School part of?
Poolesville Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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