Excellent
#177 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 13% in state
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools
12500 Wisteria Dr, Germantown, MD 20874
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#177 of 1,363
In Germantown
#4 of 20
public schools
In district
#63 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
Elementary School in Germantown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is a public elementary school in Germantown, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. S.
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at S. Christa Mcauliffe 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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S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary — Students at S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 16 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Compares
See how S. Christa Mcauliffe 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
12500 Wisteria Dr, Germantown, MD 20874
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Diamond Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seneca Valley High Germantown | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Clopper Mill Elementary Germantown | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Great Seneca Creek Elementary Germantown | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Waters Landing Elementary Germantown | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Kingsview Middle Germantown | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Northwest High Germantown | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Lake Seneca Elementary Germantown | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Germantown | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary Germantown | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Neelsville Middle Germantown | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary Germantown | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Longview School Germantown | 2.1 mi | 2.2 |
| William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary Germantown | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Diamond Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Brown Station Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.5 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 |
|---|---|
| Candlewood Elementary Rockville, MD | 8.5 |
| Carrolltowne Elementary Sykesville, MD | 8.5 |
| Churchville Elementary Churchville, MD | 8.5 |
| Fountaindale Elementary Hagerstown, MD | 8.5 |
| Kingsville Elementary Kingsville, MD | 8.5 |
| Middletown Elementary Middletown, MD | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary
What grades does S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary serve?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary rank in MD?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary ranks #177 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary a charter school?
No, S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary a Title I school?
No, S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary?
61.9% of students at S. Christa Mcauliffe 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
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (240) 740-4920
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #63 of 206
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