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#672 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 49% in state
Great Seneca Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools
13010 Dairymaid Dr, Germantown, MD 20874
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#672 of 1,363
In Germantown
#13 of 20
public schools
In district
#151 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Great Seneca Creek Elementary
Great Seneca Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Germantown, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Great Seneca Creek Elementary serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Seneca Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #672 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Great Seneca Creek Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Great Seneca Creek Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Great Seneca Creek Elementary — Students at Great Seneca Creek Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.8/10.
How Great Seneca Creek Elementary Compares
See how Great Seneca Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
13010 Dairymaid Dr, Germantown, MD 20874
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Seneca Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Diamond Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clopper Mill Elementary Germantown | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Northwest High Germantown | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Germantown | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Kingsview Middle Germantown | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Seneca Valley High Germantown | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary Germantown | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Longview School Germantown | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
| Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary Germantown | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Gaithersburg | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Ridgeview Middle Gaithersburg | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Germantown | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Lake Seneca Elementary Germantown | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Diamond Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Waters Landing Elementary Germantown | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Quince Orchard High Gaithersburg | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Brown Station Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowhead Elementary Upper Marlboro, MD | 6.4 |
| Burnt Mills Elementary Silver Spring, MD | 6.4 |
| CALVERT SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 6.4 |
| District Heights Elementary District Heights, MD | 6.4 |
| Dr. James Craik Elementary School Pomfret, MD | 6.4 |
| Kennard Elementary School Centreville, MD | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Seneca Creek Elementary
What grades does Great Seneca Creek Elementary serve?
Great Seneca Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Great Seneca Creek Elementary?
Great Seneca Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Seneca Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Seneca Creek Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Seneca Creek Elementary rank in MD?
Great Seneca Creek Elementary ranks #672 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Great Seneca Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Seneca Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Great Seneca Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Seneca Creek Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Great Seneca Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Great Seneca Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Seneca Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Great Seneca Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Seneca Creek Elementary?
49.0% of students at Great Seneca Creek 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (240) 740-4380
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #151 of 206
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