Serving 778 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clarksburg Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Clarksburg Elementary School's student population of 778 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarksburg Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarksburg Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#140 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
7%
Hispanic
15%
22%
Black
32%
33%
White
11%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
46%
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 Clarksburg Elementary School's ranking?
Clarksburg Elementary School is ranked #140 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clarksburg Elementary School often compared to?
Clarksburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Bennett Elementary School, Wilson Wims Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clarksburg Elementary School?
778 students attend Clarksburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Clarksburg Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarksburg Elementary School?
Clarksburg Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarksburg Elementary School offer ?
Clarksburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarksburg Elementary School part of?
Clarksburg Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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