Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laytonsville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laytonsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Laytonsville Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laytonsville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laytonsville 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
#459 out of 1343 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
19%
33%
White
32%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laytonsville Elementary School's ranking?
Laytonsville Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Laytonsville Elementary School often compared to?
Laytonsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goshen Elementary School, Judith A. Resnik Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Laytonsville Elementary School?
347 students attend Laytonsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Laytonsville Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laytonsville Elementary School?
Laytonsville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Laytonsville Elementary School offer ?
Laytonsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laytonsville Elementary School part of?
Laytonsville Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
3 6/30/2023
Great school overall. While we had a positive experience, we suggest exploring alternative homeroom options if your child is assigned to Mrs. Ashley McCarthy, a third-grade teacher. This recommendation is based on our observation of teaching practices that may benefit from further promoting fairness, inclusivity, and non-discriminatory approaches.
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