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#349 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 26% in state

Olney Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

3401 Queen Mary Dr, Olney, MD 20832

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#349 of 1,363

In Olney

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#97 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Olney Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in Olney · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Olney Elementary

Olney Elementary is a public elementary school in Olney, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Olney Elementary serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Olney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #349 of 1,363 schools in MD.

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

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • 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
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.2% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.7% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+25 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Olney Elementary — Students at Olney Elementary score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (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
94%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2025
Math
55.2%
ELA
59.7%

* 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 Olney Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
75th percentile in MD
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

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

3401 Queen Mary Dr, Olney, MD 20832

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Olney Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belmont Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Brookeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cashell Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rockville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Olney, see our Olney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Olney 0.4 mi 7.3
ST PETER'S SCHOOL Olney 0.4 mi 5.8
Greenwood Elementary Brookeville 1.1 mi 9.1
Brooke Grove Elementary Olney 1.1 mi 8.1
OLNEY ADVENTIST PREPARATORY Olney 1.2 mi 7.3
Cashell Elementary Rockville 1.3 mi 8.6
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL HIGH SCHOOL Olney 1.4 mi 5.4
Rosa M. Parks Middle Olney 1.7 mi 7.6
WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney 1.9 mi 7.2
William H. Farquhar Middle Olney 1.6 mi 8.1
Belmont Elementary Olney 2.0 mi 9.3
Sherwood Elementary Sandy Spring 1.9 mi 7.7
NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville 2.8 mi
ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville 2.9 mi 6.3
SANDY SPRINGS FRIENDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandy Spring 2.5 mi 7.2
Sherwood High Sandy Spring 2.6 mi 7.5
Flower Valley Elementary Rockville 3.3 mi 7.6
Sequoyah Elementary Derwood 2.8 mi 8.3
Col. Zadok Magruder High Rockville 3.0 mi 7.3
THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring 4.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,892

Median Home Value

$601,300

Median Rent

$2,429/mo

Population

25,766

College Educated

63.6%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

40.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Galway Elementary Silver Spring, MD 7.7
Millersville Elementary Millersville, MD 7.7
Montgomery Knolls Elementary Silver Spring, MD 7.7
Mount Airy Elementary Mount Airy, MD 7.7
New Hampshire Estates Elem Silver Spring, MD 7.7
Oak View Elementary Silver Spring, MD 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Olney Elementary

What grades does Olney Elementary serve?

Olney Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Olney Elementary?

Olney Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Olney Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Olney 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 Olney Elementary rank in MD?

Olney Elementary ranks #349 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Olney Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Olney Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Olney Elementary?

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

Is Olney Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Olney Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

21.5% of students at Olney 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
83 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

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

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