Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clearspring 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 45% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clearspring 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
Clearspring Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clearspring Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clearspring Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 1343 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
19%
33%
White
35%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearspring Elementary School's ranking?
Clearspring Elementary School is ranked #192 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clearspring Elementary School often compared to?
Clearspring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School, Woodfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Clearspring Elementary School?
558 students attend Clearspring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Clearspring Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clearspring Elementary School?
Clearspring Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clearspring Elementary School offer ?
Clearspring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clearspring Elementary School part of?
Clearspring Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
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