Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bethesda Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethesda 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
Diversity
School Overview
Bethesda Elementary School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Bethesda Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethesda Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#70 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
15%
24%
Black
18%
32%
White
35%
31%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethesda Elementary School's ranking?
Bethesda Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bethesda Elementary School?
645 students attend Bethesda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Bethesda Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethesda Elementary School?
Bethesda Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bethesda Elementary School offer ?
Bethesda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethesda Elementary School part of?
Bethesda Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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