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Stedwick Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

10631 Stedwick Rd, Montgomery Village, MD 20886

Enrollment

512

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,006 of 1,363

In Montgomery Village

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#186 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Stedwick Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Montgomery Village · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Stedwick Elementary

Stedwick Elementary is a public elementary school in Montgomery Village, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Stedwick Elementary serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stedwick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,006 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Stedwick Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Stedwick 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.8% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.3% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.8 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism34.6%

Stedwick Elementary — Students at Stedwick Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (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
84%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
24%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
19.8%
ELA
32.3%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Stedwick Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in MD
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

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

10631 Stedwick Rd, Montgomery Village, MD 20886

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stedwick Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fox Chapel Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Another option is FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOTHER OF GOD SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montgomery Village, see our Montgomery Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Montgomery Village Middle Montgomery Village 0.1 mi 5.1
Watkins Mill Elementary Montgomery Village 0.5 mi 5.0
Watkins Mill High Gaithersburg 0.7 mi 5.5
GEORGETOWN HILL EARLY SCHOOL Montgomery Village 0.8 mi 5.4
Whetstone Elementary Gaithersburg 0.8 mi 5.4
South Lake Elementary Gaithersburg 1.5 mi 4.5
Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown 1.6 mi 5.8
Strawberry Knoll Elementary Gaithersburg 1.6 mi 6.7
Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown 1.7 mi 8.4
MOTHER OF GOD SCHOOL Gaithersburg 2.0 mi 8.0
Forest Oak Middle Gaithersburg 2.0 mi 4.9
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown 1.9 mi 8.1
Neelsville Middle Germantown 2.1 mi 5.8
Gaithersburg Elementary Gaithersburg 2.3 mi 4.2
Goshen Elementary Gaithersburg 2.2 mi 7.1
VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Montgomery Village 2.1 mi
NIST CHILD CARE CENTER Gaithersburg 2.6 mi
Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown 2.1 mi 7.0
Gaithersburg Middle Gaithersburg 2.4 mi 5.1
Harriet R. Tubman Elementary Gaithersburg 2.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,767

Median Home Value

$366,400

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

34,419

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

34.8 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

38.1

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ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Linthicum Heights, MD 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stedwick Elementary

What grades does Stedwick Elementary serve?

Stedwick Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Stedwick Elementary?

Stedwick Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stedwick Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stedwick Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stedwick Elementary rank in MD?

Stedwick Elementary ranks #1,006 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Stedwick Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stedwick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Stedwick Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stedwick Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stedwick Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stedwick Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

58.8% of students at Stedwick 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

District

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

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