Little Bennett Elementary

Little Bennett Elementary serves 609 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Clarksburg, Maryland, within Montgomery County's well-regarded school system. With 44 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a comfortable 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for meaningful individual attention. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking in the 82nd percentile statewide at #245 out of 1,364 Maryland elementary schools.

Students show particular strength in reading and language arts, with 55% scoring proficient or above across grade levels. Mathematics achievement stands at 44% proficient or above, indicating an area where continued growth efforts may benefit students. Little Bennett Elementary draws families from an affluent and highly educated community, where the median household income reaches $162,472 and 66% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

This educated population, combined with a low 4.1% poverty rate, creates a supportive environment for learning. The neighborhood's median home values of $592,200 reflect the area's desirability and stability. The school sits along Burdette Forest Road in Clarksburg's large suburban setting, serving a thriving community that values education and provides strong foundations for student success.