Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cashell 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cashell 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
Cashell Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Motto
Striving for Excellence!
School Mascot
Casey Cougar
School Rankings
Cashell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cashell 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
#209 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
25%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
45%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Casey Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cashell Elementary School's ranking?
Cashell Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cashell Elementary School?
342 students attend Cashell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cashell Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cashell Elementary School?
Cashell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cashell Elementary School offer ?
Cashell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cashell Elementary School part of?
Cashell Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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