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#28 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 2% in state

Stone Mill Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

14323 Stonebridge View Dr, North Potomac, MD 20878

Enrollment

534

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#28 of 1,363

In North Potomac

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#10 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Stone Mill Elementary

9.4/10

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

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About Stone Mill Elementary

Stone Mill Elementary is a public elementary school in North Potomac, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Stone Mill Elementary serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Stone Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Stone Mill Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.1% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.6% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+43.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.5 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Stone Mill Elementary — Students at Stone Mill Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 82.2% (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
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2025
Math
74.1%
ELA
73.6%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Stone Mill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
98th percentile in MD
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

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

14323 Stonebridge View Dr, North Potomac, MD 20878

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stone Mill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cold Spring Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Potomac), with a very similar rating. Another option is Travilah Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lakewood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rockville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Potomac, see our North Potomac schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PRIMARY MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Rockville 0.4 mi 5.0
FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Rockville 0.6 mi
CHILDREN'S MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL & DAYCARE Rockville 0.6 mi 6.6
THE KATHERINE THOMAS SCHOOL Rockville 0.8 mi 9.1
John L Gildner Regional Inst for Children & Adol Rockville 1.0 mi 5.8
LITTLE GENIUS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rockville 1.1 mi
Lakewood Elementary Rockville 1.2 mi 9.3
DuFief Elementary Gaithersburg 1.4 mi 8.8
Fields Road Elementary Gaithersburg 1.9 mi 7.5
Lakelands Park Middle Gaithersburg 1.9 mi 7.6
Robert Frost Middle School Rockville 1.8 mi 8.9
Travilah Elementary North Potomac 1.9 mi 9.5
Thomas S. Wootton High Rockville 2.0 mi 7.7
MARCIA D SMITH SCHOOL Gaithersburg 2.5 mi
Rachel Carson Elementary Gaithersburg 2.4 mi 8.8
Summit Hall Elementary Gaithersburg 2.7 mi 3.8
Fallsmead Elementary Rockville 2.3 mi 9.2
GODDARD SCHOOL IN GAITHERSBURG Gaithersburg 2.8 mi 4.0
Cold Spring Elementary Potomac 2.7 mi 9.7
Rosemont Elementary Gaithersburg 2.8 mi 6.8

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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School Rating
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Clarksville Elementary Clarksville, MD 9.4
Heather Hills Elementary Bowie, MD 9.4
Kensington Parkwood Elementary Kensington, MD 9.4
Rockburn Elementary Elkridge, MD 9.4
Severna Park Elementary Severna Park, MD 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stone Mill Elementary

What grades does Stone Mill Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Stone Mill Elementary?

Stone Mill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stone Mill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stone Mill Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stone Mill Elementary rank in MD?

Stone Mill Elementary ranks #28 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Stone Mill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stone Mill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Stone Mill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stone Mill Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stone Mill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stone Mill Elementary a Title I school?

No, Stone Mill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

15.2% of students at Stone Mill 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

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

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