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#191 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 14% in state

Fox Chapel Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

19315 Archdale Rd, Germantown, MD 20876

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#191 of 1,363

In Germantown

#5 of 20

public schools

In district

#65 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Fox Chapel Elementary

8.4/10

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

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8.1/10

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7.0/10

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About Fox Chapel Elementary

Fox Chapel Elementary is a public elementary school in Germantown, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Fox Chapel Elementary serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Fox Chapel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Fox Chapel Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+14.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Fox Chapel Elementary — Students at Fox Chapel Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (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
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
52%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Fox Chapel Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
86th percentile in MD
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

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

19315 Archdale Rd, Germantown, MD 20876

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fox Chapel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Diamond Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), which scores slightly higher. Another option is William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown 0.4 mi 8.1
Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown 0.6 mi 7.0
S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Germantown 1.0 mi 8.5
Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown 1.3 mi 5.8
Neelsville Middle Germantown 1.5 mi 5.8
Seneca Valley High Germantown 1.2 mi 6.7
Clopper Mill Elementary Germantown 1.4 mi 6.1
Watkins Mill High Gaithersburg 1.6 mi 5.5
Waters Landing Elementary Germantown 1.8 mi 6.3
Stedwick Elementary Montgomery Village 1.7 mi 5.0
Watkins Mill Elementary Montgomery Village 1.7 mi 5.0
Montgomery Village Middle Montgomery Village 1.8 mi 5.1
Great Seneca Creek Elementary Germantown 2.0 mi 6.4
Germantown Elementary Germantown 1.8 mi 7.0
OPTIMAL LEARNING SCHOOL Germantown 2.4 mi
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown 2.4 mi 6.2
Brown Station Elementary Gaithersburg 2.4 mi 5.8
Diamond Elementary Gaithersburg 2.5 mi 8.9
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary Germantown 2.5 mi 8.8
GEORGETOWN HILL EARLY SCHOOL Montgomery Village 2.1 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20876 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,329

Median Home Value

$456,500

Median Rent

$2,081/mo

Population

26,511

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

36.8

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Arnold Elementary Arnold, MD 8.4
Belvedere Elementary Arnold, MD 8.4
Chesapeake Charter School Lexington Park, MD 8.4
Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet Baltimore, MD 8.4
Farmland Elementary Rockville, MD 8.4
Oakland Terrace Elementary Silver Spring, MD 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fox Chapel Elementary

What grades does Fox Chapel Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Fox Chapel Elementary?

Fox Chapel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fox Chapel Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fox Chapel Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fox Chapel Elementary rank in MD?

Fox Chapel Elementary ranks #191 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Fox Chapel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Fox Chapel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Fox Chapel Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fox Chapel Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fox Chapel Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Fox Chapel Elementary a Title I school?

No, Fox Chapel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

58.4% of students at Fox Chapel 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
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

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

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