Serving 354 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Darnestown 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 65-69% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darnestown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Darnestown Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Darnestown 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 Darnestown Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#171 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
56%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Darnestown Elementary School's ranking?
Darnestown Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Darnestown Elementary School often compared to?
Darnestown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Travilah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Darnestown Elementary School?
354 students attend Darnestown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Darnestown Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darnestown Elementary School?
Darnestown Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Darnestown Elementary School offer ?
Darnestown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Darnestown Elementary School part of?
Darnestown Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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