Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laytonsville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laytonsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laytonsville Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laytonsville 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 Laytonsville Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#379 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
20%
33%
White
27%
33%
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
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laytonsville Elementary School's ranking?
Laytonsville Elementary School is ranked #379 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Laytonsville Elementary School often compared to?
Laytonsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School, Judith A. Resnik Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Laytonsville Elementary School?
333 students attend Laytonsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Laytonsville Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laytonsville Elementary School?
Laytonsville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laytonsville Elementary School offer ?
Laytonsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laytonsville Elementary School part of?
Laytonsville Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
School Reviews
3 6/30/2023
Great school overall. While we had a positive experience, we suggest exploring alternative homeroom options if your child is assigned to Mrs. Ashley McCarthy, a third-grade teacher. This recommendation is based on our observation of teaching practices that may benefit from further promoting fairness, inclusivity, and non-discriminatory approaches.
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