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#132 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 10% in state

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

12615 Royal Crown Drive, Germantown, MD 20876

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#132 of 1,363

In Germantown

#3 of 20

public schools

In district

#50 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary

8.8/10

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

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6.4/10

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6.3/10

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About William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary is a public elementary school in Germantown, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools.

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.4% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.1% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+31.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary — Students at William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
60%
2025
Math
61.4%
ELA
61.1%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary Compares

See how William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
90th percentile in MD
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

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

12615 Royal Crown Drive, Germantown, MD 20876

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson Wims Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Snowden Farm Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Rocky Hill Middle Clarksburg 1.2 mi 6.4
Waters Landing Elementary Germantown 1.3 mi 6.3
Clarksburg High Clarksburg 1.4 mi 6.8
Neelsville Middle Germantown 1.3 mi 5.8
OPTIMAL LEARNING SCHOOL Germantown 1.2 mi
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown 1.2 mi 6.2
Snowden Farm Elementary Clarksburg 1.6 mi 9.0
Seneca Valley High Germantown 2.1 mi 6.7
Wilson Wims Elementary School Clarksburg 2.2 mi 9.7
Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown 1.8 mi 5.8
Lake Seneca Elementary Germantown 2.0 mi 4.8
Hallie Wells Middle Clarksburg 2.2 mi 8.9
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Germantown 2.2 mi 6.9
Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown 2.5 mi 8.4
Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg 2.4 mi 8.3
S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Germantown 2.6 mi 8.5
Germantown Elementary Germantown 2.6 mi 7.0
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown 2.8 mi 8.1
Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown 2.8 mi 7.0
Little Bennett Elementary Clarksburg 2.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20876 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,329

Median Home Value

$456,500

Median Rent

$2,081/mo

Population

26,511

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

36.8

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Maryvale Elementary Rockville, MD 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary

What grades does William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary serve?

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary?

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary rank in MD?

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary ranks #132 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary a charter school?

No, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary a Title I school?

No, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary?

37.4% of students at William B. Gibbs Jr. 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
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

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

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