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Darnestown Elementary

📍 Gaithersburg, Maryland Public

356

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

11.1:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

K–5

🎓 Grade Levels

6 active grades

32.2

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

About this school

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Darnestown Elementary, an elementary public school serving grades K–5 in Gaithersburg, Maryland, with 356 students and a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, Darnestown Elementary is a regular public school serving students from grades K–5. The school operates within the Montgomery County Public Schools in Montgomery County. With a current reported enrollment of 356 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Darnestown Elementary maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 32.2 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Gaithersburg, the student body at Darnestown Elementary represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (51.4%), Asian (14.9%), Hispanic (14.6%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

Through federal and state educational initiatives, Darnestown Elementary participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 63 students (17.7%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

356 Students reported

White 51.4%

183 enrolled students

Asian 14.9%

53 enrolled students

Hispanic 14.6%

52 enrolled students

Black / African American 9.6%

34 enrolled students

Two or more races 8.7%

31 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.6%

2 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.3%

1 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 356

👦 Male 56.7% (202) 👧 Female 43.3% (154)

🥗 Economic Diversity 17.7%

63 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

6 Grade Levels

2 ★ top

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School facts

Address 15030 Turkey Foot Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Phone (301) 284-4260

School district Montgomery County Public Schools

County Montgomery County

Grades K–5

Students 356 students

Student–teacher ratio 11.1:1

Full-time teachers 32.2

Community type Suburb: Large

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Supplemental Virtual

Coordinates 39.10250, -77.28480

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NCES school ID 240048000817

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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15030 Turkey Foot Rd

Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Montgomery County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at Darnestown Elementary? +

Darnestown Elementary serves students in grades K–5. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Maryland state educational standards.

How many students attend Darnestown Elementary? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Darnestown Elementary has a total reported enrollment of 356 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Darnestown Elementary? +

The student-teacher ratio at Darnestown Elementary is 11.1:1, supported by approximately 32.2 full-time equivalent certified teachers.