Summary:
Zip code 20882 in Gaithersburg, MD, is home to three elementary schools serving grades PK-5, all part of the highly-rated Montgomery County Public Schools district.
Woodfield Elementary stands out for its consistent high performance, historically ranking in the top 15% of Maryland elementary schools. It boasts the lowest student-teacher ratio (10.6:1) and the highest per-student spending ($30,086) in the area, though its state ranking has slightly declined recently. Laytonsville Elementary is the most improved school, jumping to the 77th percentile and earning a 4-star rating, while also having the lowest chronic absenteeism rate (15.0%). Goshen Elementary is the largest school but ranks lowest, with the highest percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch (55.87%) and the highest chronic absenteeism rate (24.3%).
Key metrics reveal a clear correlation between socioeconomic factors and performance. Goshen, with the highest poverty rate, has the lowest math (37.3%) and ELA (51.0%) proficiency, while Laytonsville and Woodfield, with lower poverty rates, score significantly higher. A notable finding is that Goshen's 3rd graders perform exceptionally well, but proficiency drops dramatically in 4th and 5th grades, suggesting a potential issue in upper elementary instruction. Woodfield's high spending does not guarantee the highest test scores, as Laytonsville achieves comparable or better ELA proficiency with $6,821 less per student. Overall, families in this zip code have strong options, with Laytonsville and Woodfield offering top-tier academics, while Goshen presents challenges that may require closer attention to student support and attendance.
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