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Poolesville Elementary is a public elementary school in Poolesville, Maryland, serving 567 students in grades K-5. As part of the Montgomery County Public Schools district, which is ranked 7th out of 25 districts in Maryland, Poolesville Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state.
Poolesville Elementary's academic performance is exceptional, with proficiency rates in MCAP Mathematics and English Language Arts that significantly exceed the county and state averages. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 57.4% of Poolesville Elementary students were proficient or better in MCAP Mathematics, compared to 33.4% in Montgomery County and 24.1% in Maryland. The school's diverse student population, with 59.96% White, 8.99% African American, 14.11% Hispanic, and 9.35% Asian students, is more balanced than some nearby schools, such as Clopper Mill Elementary and Lake Seneca Elementary, which have higher concentrations of specific racial groups. Additionally, Poolesville Elementary has a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 19.58%, compared to the nearby schools, which have much higher rates.
While Poolesville Elementary spends $15,265 per student, which is higher than the state average, it is lower than some of the nearby schools, such as Monocacy Elementary at $24,258 per student. This suggests that factors other than just funding, such as effective teaching practices and a supportive learning environment, may contribute to Poolesville Elementary's strong academic performance. The school's consistent high performance, diverse student population, and relatively lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch make it a standout elementary school within the Montgomery County Public Schools district.
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