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#379 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 28% in state

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

13881 Hopkins Rd, Germantown, MD 20874

Enrollment

707

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#379 of 1,363

In Germantown

#6 of 20

public schools

In district

#104 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Germantown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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About Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is a public elementary school in Germantown, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools.

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary serves approximately 707 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.6% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+22.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism20.8%

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary — Students at Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 69.3% (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
93%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
52.7%
ELA
58.6%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary Compares

See how Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
72th percentile in MD
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

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

13881 Hopkins Rd, Germantown, MD 20874

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Kingsview Middle Germantown 0.4 mi 7.5
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Germantown 0.8 mi 6.9
Germantown Elementary Germantown 0.7 mi 7.0
Lake Seneca Elementary Germantown 1.0 mi 4.8
Longview School Germantown 1.3 mi 2.2
Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary Germantown 1.4 mi 9.1
Northwest High Germantown 1.4 mi 7.3
Seneca Valley High Germantown 1.5 mi 6.7
Great Seneca Creek Elementary Germantown 1.6 mi 6.4
Waters Landing Elementary Germantown 1.8 mi 6.3
S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Germantown 1.6 mi 8.5
Clopper Mill Elementary Germantown 1.7 mi 6.1
Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown 2.3 mi 7.0
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown 2.5 mi 8.1
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary Germantown 3.0 mi 8.8
Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown 2.6 mi 8.4
BUTLER MONTESSORI Darnestown 3.6 mi 5.9
Thurgood Marshall Elementary Gaithersburg 3.4 mi 6.2
Neelsville Middle Germantown 3.2 mi 5.8
Ridgeview Middle Gaithersburg 3.7 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20874 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,648

Median Home Value

$385,300

Median Rent

$1,938/mo

Population

62,233

College Educated

48.7%

Homeownership

65.9%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary

What grades does Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary serve?

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 707 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary rank in MD?

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary ranks #379 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary a charter school?

No, Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair Elementary?

33.9% of students at Dr. Ronald E. Mcnair 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

District

Montgomery County Public Schools
District Enrollment
160,223
Schools in District
211
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,456
District Rank
#104 of 206

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