Serving 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carderock Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carderock Springs 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
School Overview
Carderock Springs Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carderock Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carderock Springs 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
#19 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
6%
33%
White
56%
32%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Carderock Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Carderock Springs Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Carderock Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Carderock Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bannockburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carderock Springs Elementary School?
333 students attend Carderock Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Carderock Springs Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carderock Springs Elementary School?
Carderock Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carderock Springs Elementary School offer ?
Carderock Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carderock Springs Elementary School part of?
Carderock Springs Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Carderock Springs Elementary School located?
Carderock Springs Elementary School is located in the Carderock Springs neighborhood of Bethesda, MD.
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