Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mill Creek Towne Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mill Creek Towne Elementary serves the eastern part of Derwood, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School's student population of 528 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Creek Towne 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
#312 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
39%
24%
Black
19%
32%
White
20%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Creek Towne Elementary School's ranking?
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School is ranked #312 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Mill Creek Towne Elementary School often compared to?
Mill Creek Towne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Candlewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Mill Creek Towne Elementary School?
528 students attend Mill Creek Towne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mill Creek Towne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Creek Towne Elementary School?
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mill Creek Towne Elementary School offer ?
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mill Creek Towne Elementary School part of?
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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