Serving 871 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ashburton 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 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashburton 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
School Overview
Ashburton Elementary School's student population of 871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
871 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Ashburton 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 Ashburton Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#189 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
19%
24%
Black
20%
32%
White
33%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashburton Elementary School's ranking?
Ashburton Elementary School is ranked #189 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Ashburton Elementary School often compared to?
Ashburton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wyngate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Ashburton Elementary School?
871 students attend Ashburton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Ashburton Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashburton Elementary School?
Ashburton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashburton Elementary School offer ?
Ashburton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashburton Elementary School part of?
Ashburton Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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