Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Travilah Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Travilah Elementary serves the southwest part of Gaithersburg, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located 3.5 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Travilah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Travilah Elementary School's student population of 372 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Travilah Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Travilah Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#49 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
44%
7%
Hispanic
9%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
30%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Travilah Elementary School's ranking?
Travilah Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Travilah Elementary School often compared to?
Travilah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cold Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Travilah Elementary School?
372 students attend Travilah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Travilah Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Travilah Elementary School?
Travilah Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Travilah Elementary School offer ?
Travilah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Travilah Elementary School part of?
Travilah Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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