Very Good
#389 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 29% in state
Robert Moton Elementary
Elementary School · Carroll County Public Schools
1413 Washington Road, Westminster, MD 21157
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#389 of 1,363
In Westminster
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#23 of 40
Carroll County Public Schools
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Robert Moton Elementary
Robert Moton Elementary is a public elementary school in Westminster, MD, part of Carroll County Public Schools. Robert Moton Elementary serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert Moton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #389 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Robert Moton Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Robert Moton Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Robert Moton Elementary — Students at Robert Moton Elementary score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
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: 7.4/10.
How Robert Moton Elementary Compares
See how Robert Moton 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
1413 Washington Road, Westminster, MD 21157
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert Moton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Winchester Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Friendship Valley Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mechanicsville Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Sykesville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible Student Support Westminster | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Gateway School Westminster | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Crossroads Middle School Westminster | 0.1 mi | — |
| Westminster High Westminster | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Friendship Valley Elementary Westminster | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| PRIDE School Westminster | 0.9 mi | — |
| Carroll Springs School Westminster | 1.7 mi | — |
| Post Secondary Program Westminster | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Westminster | 1.9 mi | — |
| Winters Mill High Westminster | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Westminster East Middle Westminster | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Cranberry Station Elementary Westminster | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| William Winchester Elementary Westminster | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Westminster West Middle Westminster | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Westminster | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Westminster Elementary Westminster | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Sandymount Elementary Finksburg | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Mechanicsville Elementary Sykesville | 5.3 mi | 8.2 |
| GERSTELL ACADEMY Finksburg | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CARROLL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster | 5.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,835
Median Home Value
$394,100
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
40,191
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
41.8
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|---|---|
| Bodkin Elementary Pasadena, MD | 7.5 |
| Fields Road Elementary Gaithersburg, MD | 7.5 |
| Hampden Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD | 7.5 |
| Kemptown Elementary Monrovia, MD | 7.5 |
| Paramount Elementary Hagerstown, MD | 7.5 |
| Spring Ridge Elementary Frederick, MD | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert Moton Elementary
What grades does Robert Moton Elementary serve?
Robert Moton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Robert Moton Elementary?
Robert Moton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Moton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert Moton Elementary is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert Moton Elementary rank in MD?
Robert Moton Elementary ranks #389 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Robert Moton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert Moton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Robert Moton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert Moton Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Robert Moton Elementary a charter school?
No, Robert Moton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert Moton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Robert Moton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert Moton Elementary?
57.1% of students at Robert Moton 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carroll County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (410) 751-3610
Resources & Links
District
Carroll County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,123
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,548
- District Rank
- #23 of 40
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