Montgomery County Public Schools School District
School District · Rockville, Maryland
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
207
137 elem, 40 mid, 27 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,456
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
207
137 elem, 40 mid, 27 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,456
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Evaluating Montgomery County Public Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Montgomery County Public Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Wayside Elementary
Potomac · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Wilson Wims Elementary School
Clarksburg · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Seven Locks Elementary
Bethesda · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Maryland rank
#4 of 24
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Maryland avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,456
+$1,166 vs Maryland median
District size
160,223 students
Much larger than Maryland median
The short answer
Montgomery County Public Schools ranks #4 of 24 Maryland districts by overall school rating. Montgomery County Public Schools's schools with real test data average 7.3/10 across 199 schools. Its top-rated schools are Wayside Elementary (9.8/10), Wilson Wims Elementary School (9.7/10), and Seven Locks Elementary (9.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 8.5/10 despite 62% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Montgomery County Public Schools schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Montgomery County Public Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (199 of 207). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wayside Elementary | 9.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Wilson Wims Elementary School | 9.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Seven Locks Elementary | 9.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Cold Spring Elementary | 9.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Carderock Springs Elementary | 9.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Jones Lane Elementary | 9.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Travilah Elementary | 9.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Kensington Parkwood Elementary | 9.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Stone Mill Elementary | 9.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Westbrook Elementary | 9.4 / 10 |
See all 207 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery County Public Schools is one of Maryland's largest districts, enrolling 160,223 students across 211 total schools. Its scale means families have substantial choice, from neighborhood elementary programs to specialized options across the county.
Of those 211 schools, 206 carry a ranking on MySchoolScout, averaging a score of 6.7 out of 10. That district-wide average already clears most national benchmarks, signaling broad, consistent academic delivery rather than a handful of standout schools propped up by weak neighbors. Parents searching in Montgomery County are generally working from a strong baseline.
The top performers skew elementary. Highland View Elementary leads the district with a 9.5 out of 10, the highest score across all 206 ranked schools. Cashell Elementary and Wilson Wims Elementary School both score 9.4, placing them just behind Highland View in a tight cluster at the top. Maryvale Elementary scores 9.1 and Cedar Grove Elementary rounds out the top five at 9.0. Five elementary schools scoring 9.0 or above in a single district is a meaningful concentration of high performance, and it points to strong early-grade infrastructure throughout the county.
For parents navigating a district this size, the data offers a practical starting point. The 6.7 average means most families landing in a neighborhood school will find solid academic footing. At the same time, the gap between that average and the top-rated schools — nearly three full points in Highland View's case — suggests that school selection within the district matters. Families prioritizing the highest-rated elementary experience will want to check boundary maps against Highland View, Cashell, and Wilson Wims specifically. Montgomery County's combination of district-wide consistency and genuine top-tier performers at the elementary level makes it one of the more straightforward districts to research: the floor is high, and the ceiling is clearly marked.
District Map
Schools in Montgomery County Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Montgomery County Public Schools with test data.
Schools in Montgomery County Public Schools
207 schools Elementary Schools 137
Middle Schools 40
High Schools 27
Other Schools 3
District Details
- State
- Maryland
- City
- Rockville
- Total Enrollment
- 160,223
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11,712
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Montgomery County Public Schools?
Montgomery County Public Schools has 207 schools in total — 137 elementary, 40 middle, and 27 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Montgomery County Public Schools?
The average composite rating for Montgomery County Public Schools is 7.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Montgomery County Public Schools?
Montgomery County Public Schools spends $19,456 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Montgomery County Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Montgomery County Public Schools is 13.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Montgomery County Public Schools?
Wayside Elementary is the highest-rated school in Montgomery County Public Schools with a composite score of 9.8/10.
What are the test scores in Montgomery County Public Schools?
Across schools in Montgomery County Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 57.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 63.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Montgomery County Public Schools compare to other districts in Maryland?
Montgomery County Public Schools has an average school rating of 7.3/10 across 207 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Maryland by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 57.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 63.8%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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