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Optimal Learning School
Elementary School
21301 SENACA CROSSING DR, Germantown, MD 20878
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Optimal Learning School
Elementary School in Germantown · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary
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About Optimal Learning School
Optimal Learning School is a private elementary school in Germantown, MD. Optimal Learning School serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 20 students, Optimal Learning School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5:1 students to teachers, Optimal Learning School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Optimal Learning School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Optimal Learning School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Germantown, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Optimal Learning School (this school) | — |
| Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary | 6.2 |
| Neelsville Middle | 5.8 |
| Captain James E. Daly Elementary | 5.8 |
| William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary | 8.8 |
| Waters Landing Elementary | 6.3 |
| Fox Chapel Elementary | 8.4 |
| Seneca Valley High | 6.7 |
| Roberto W. Clemente Middle | 7.0 |
| Lake Seneca Elementary | 4.8 |
| S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary | 8.5 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary | 9.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle | 6.9 |
| Germantown Elementary | 7.0 |
| Clopper Mill Elementary | 6.1 |
| Kingsview Middle | 7.5 |
| Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary | 7.6 |
| Great Seneca Creek Elementary | 6.4 |
| Northwest High | 7.3 |
| Longview School | 2.2 |
| Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary | 9.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- 21301 SENACA CROSSING DR, Germantown, MD 20878
- Phone
- (301) 972-6415
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MD aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
21301 SENACA CROSSING DR, Germantown, MD 20878
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Optimal Learning School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson Wims Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg). Another option is Cedar Grove Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away). Additionally, Snowden Farm Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg). For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Neelsville Middle Germantown | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary Germantown | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Snowden Farm Elementary Clarksburg | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Hallie Wells Middle Clarksburg | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Rocky Hill Middle Clarksburg | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Watkins Mill High Gaithersburg | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Clarksburg High Clarksburg | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Waters Landing Elementary Germantown | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| GEORGETOWN HILL EARLY SCHOOL Montgomery Village | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Wilson Wims Elementary School Clarksburg | 2.5 mi | 9.7 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Seneca Valley High Germantown | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Stedwick Elementary Montgomery Village | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary Germantown | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Montgomery Village Middle Montgomery Village | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Germantown | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20878 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,062
Median Home Value
$675,200
Median Rent
$2,188/mo
Population
65,236
College Educated
70.1%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Optimal Learning School
What grades does Optimal Learning School serve?
Optimal Learning School serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Optimal Learning School?
Optimal Learning School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Optimal Learning School?
The student-teacher ratio at Optimal Learning School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Optimal Learning School a private school?
Yes, Optimal Learning School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Optimal Learning School a religious school?
No, Optimal Learning School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 972-6415
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