Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School's student population of 621 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Never too old to learn
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
39%
24%
Black
15%
32%
White
30%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School's ranking?
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School often compared to?
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rock Creek Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School?
621 students attend Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School?
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School offer ?
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School part of?
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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