Serving 234 students in grades 3-5, North Chevy Chase 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 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Chevy Chase Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
North Chevy Chase Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Chevy Chase 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 North Chevy Chase Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#156 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
19%
33%
White
47%
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
24%
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 North Chevy Chase Elementary School's ranking?
North Chevy Chase Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Chevy Chase Elementary School often compared to?
North Chevy Chase Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chevy Chase Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Chevy Chase Elementary School?
234 students attend North Chevy Chase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of North Chevy Chase Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Chevy Chase Elementary School?
North Chevy Chase Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Chevy Chase Elementary School offer ?
North Chevy Chase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Chevy Chase Elementary School part of?
North Chevy Chase Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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