Chevy Chase Elementary School is an elementary school containing grades 3–5 in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Founded in 1917, the school today occupies a much-renovated and -expanded 1930 building that has been designated as an Historic Site by the Maryland Historical Trust.
Serving 427 students in grades 3-5, Chevy Chase 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 72% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chevy Chase 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
Chevy Chase Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Chevy Chase 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 Chevy Chase Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#57 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
25%
33%
White
46%
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
27%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetah
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chevy Chase Elementary School's ranking?
Chevy Chase Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Chevy Chase Elementary School?
427 students attend Chevy Chase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Chevy Chase Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chevy Chase Elementary School?
Chevy Chase Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chevy Chase Elementary School offer ?
Chevy Chase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chevy Chase Elementary School part of?
Chevy Chase Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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