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#459 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 34% 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

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Germantown

#4 of 20

public schools

Maryland elementary schools

#431 of 882

In district

#75 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Equity

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary serves students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Germantown, Maryland.

With 601 students and a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1, the school provides a balanced learning environment supported by 40 full-time equivalent teachers. The school has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10, placing it in the 91st percentile statewide and ranking #119 among Maryland's 1,364 schools. Its academic score of 8.8 out of 10 reflects strong overall performance.

In English language arts and reading, 55 percent of students perform at or above proficiency levels, while 48 percent achieve proficiency or above in mathematics. These scores show the school's strengths in literacy while indicating areas where mathematics instruction continues to develop. Located on Royal Crown Drive in a large suburban area, William B.

Gibbs Jr. Elementary draws from an established Germantown community in Montgomery County.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Above Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.52 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency60%
Math vs. State Avg+31.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.9 pts
Overall Proficiency61%
Expected (poverty-adj.)50%
vs. Expected+10.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.4Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,101

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: 50%).

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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 47.9%
School
State
30.2%
ELA Proficiency 54.8%
School
State
51.1%

Based on 8 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
60%
2025
Math
61.5%
ELA
60%

* 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: 6.6/10.

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
7.2/10
66th percentile in MD
Academic
8.8/10
8.8/10
Growth
6.6/10
Above average
Environment
6.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers

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 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Snowden Farm Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 4.8
Waters Landing Elementary Germantown 1.3 mi 6.0
Clarksburg High Clarksburg 1.4 mi 5.4
Neelsville Middle Germantown 1.3 mi 6.7
OPTIMAL LEARNING SCHOOL Germantown 1.2 mi
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown 1.2 mi 6.4
Snowden Farm Elementary Clarksburg 1.6 mi 8.7
Seneca Valley High Germantown 2.1 mi 7.0
Wilson Wims Elementary School Clarksburg 2.2 mi 9.4
Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown 1.8 mi 7.1
Lake Seneca Elementary Germantown 2.0 mi 5.5
Hallie Wells Middle Clarksburg 2.2 mi 6.8
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Germantown 2.2 mi 7.2
Fox Chapel Elementary Germantown 2.5 mi 5.2
Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg 2.4 mi 7.9
S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Germantown 2.6 mi 6.9
Germantown Elementary Germantown 2.6 mi 6.2
FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown 2.8 mi 8.1
Roberto W. Clemente Middle Germantown 2.8 mi 5.1
Little Bennett Elementary Clarksburg 2.9 mi 6.0

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary has a median household income of $113,329. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $456,500, with a median rent of $2,081/month. The local poverty rate of 9.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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School Rating
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Garrett Park Elementary Kensington, MD 7.2
Govans Elementary Baltimore, MD 7.2
Marley Elementary Glen Burnie, MD 7.2

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 is ranked #459 out of 1,363 schools in MD.

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

William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary has 47.9% math proficiency and 54.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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