Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clarksburg Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 88% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Clarksburg Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Motto
CES...Where Freedom and Care Lead to Learning and Wellness
School Rankings
Clarksburg 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 Clarksburg Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#156 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
31%
33%
White
12%
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
25%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Clarksburg Elementary School's ranking?
Clarksburg Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clarksburg Elementary School often compared to?
Clarksburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Bennett Elementary School, Wilson Wims Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clarksburg Elementary School?
448 students attend Clarksburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Clarksburg Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarksburg Elementary School?
Clarksburg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarksburg Elementary School offer ?
Clarksburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarksburg Elementary School part of?
Clarksburg Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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