Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Seneca Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Seneca Elementary serves the northwest part of Germantown, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Seneca Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Seneca Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Seneca Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#756 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
42%
24%
Black
40%
32%
White
5%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Seneca Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Seneca Elementary School is ranked #756 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lake Seneca Elementary School?
437 students attend Lake Seneca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lake Seneca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Seneca Elementary School?
Lake Seneca Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Seneca Elementary School offer ?
Lake Seneca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Seneca Elementary School part of?
Lake Seneca Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Seneca Elementary School located?
Lake Seneca Elementary School is located in the Churchill Village South neighborhood of Germantown, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Churchill Village South.
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