Excellent

#159 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 12% in state

Cashell Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

17101 Cashell Rd, Rockville, MD 20853

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#159 of 1,363

In Rockville

#11 of 32

public schools

In district

#56 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Cashell Elementary

Cashell Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockville, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Cashell Elementary serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cashell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Cashell Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district

8.6

This school 8.6 · Excellent
District avg 7.5
MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.0Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-3.41 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics8.9Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency58.9% (2025 MCAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2025 MCAP)

Math vs. State Avg+28.7 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+12.9 pts

Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)

vs. Expected+7.6 pts

Adjusted Percentile84th

Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$19,456

Chronic Absenteeism17%

Cashell Elementary — Students at Cashell Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

30.2% (2025 MCAP)

ELA Proficiency 69.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2010

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2011

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2012

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2013

Math

92%

ELA

97.5%

2014

Math

52%

ELA

57%

2015

Math

57%

ELA

52%

2016

Math

52%

ELA

57%

2018

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2019

Math

57%

ELA

57%

2020*

Math

37%

ELA

42%

2021*

Math

37%

ELA

42%

2022

Math

52%

ELA

62%

2025

Math

58.9%

ELA

64%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Cashell Elementary Compares

See how Cashell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.6/10

88th percentile in MD

Academic

8.9/10

Excellent

Growth

8.0/10

Excellent

Environment

9.8/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

28%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

28 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

17.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

17101 Cashell Rd, Rockville, MD 20853

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cashell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belmont Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Olney), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Greenwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Brookeville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Olney Elementary Olney	1.3 mi	604	7.7
WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney	1.4 mi	262	7.2
ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Olney	1.6 mi	154	7.3
OLNEY ADVENTIST PREPARATORY Olney	1.7 mi	77	7.3
NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville	1.7 mi	9	—
ST PETER'S SCHOOL Olney	1.6 mi	360	5.8
ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville	2.0 mi	228	6.3
Sequoyah Elementary Derwood	1.7 mi	452	8.3
Flower Valley Elementary Rockville	2.2 mi	574	7.6
Col. Zadok Magruder High Rockville	1.8 mi	1,622	7.3
Rosa M. Parks Middle Olney	2.4 mi	855	7.6
Greenwood Elementary Brookeville	2.2 mi	543	9.1
Brooke Grove Elementary Olney	2.3 mi	415	8.1
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL HIGH SCHOOL Olney	2.2 mi	1,256	5.4
William H. Farquhar Middle Olney	2.3 mi	646	8.1
Belmont Elementary Olney	3.0 mi	348	9.3
Redland Middle Rockville	2.5 mi	583	6.9
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary Rockville	3.1 mi	646	9.2
Earle B. Wood Middle Rockville	3.3 mi	1,039	7.1
THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring	3.3 mi	7	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,168

Median Home Value

$605,800

Median Rent

$1,944/mo

Population

31,438

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cashell Elementary

What grades does Cashell Elementary serve?

Cashell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cashell Elementary?

Cashell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cashell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cashell Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cashell Elementary rank in MD?

Cashell Elementary ranks #159 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Cashell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cashell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cashell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cashell Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cashell Elementary a charter school?

No, Cashell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cashell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cashell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cashell Elementary?

28.4% of students at Cashell Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.