Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bayard Rustin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayard Rustin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bayard Rustin Elementary School's student population of 787 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Bayard Rustin Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayard Rustin Elementary School is 0.77, which is more 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
#319 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
25%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
7%

Hispanic
31%
23%

Black
11%
33%

White
24%
32%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
44%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bayard Rustin Elementary School's ranking?
Bayard Rustin Elementary School is ranked #319 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bayard Rustin Elementary School often compared to?
Bayard Rustin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beall Elementary School, Farmland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bayard Rustin Elementary School?
787 students attend Bayard Rustin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Bayard Rustin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayard Rustin Elementary School?
Bayard Rustin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayard Rustin Elementary School offer ?
Bayard Rustin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayard Rustin Elementary School part of?
Bayard Rustin Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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