Serving 314 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Somerset Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somerset 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
Community Size
School Overview
Somerset Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student will have the academic, creative problem solving and social-emotional skills to be successful in college and career.
School Rankings
Somerset Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somerset Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#62 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
17%
24%
Black
12%
32%
White
48%
31%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mini Bernedoodle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somerset Elementary School's ranking?
Somerset Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Somerset Elementary School often compared to?
Somerset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethesda Elementary School, Westbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Somerset Elementary School?
314 students attend Somerset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Somerset Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somerset Elementary School?
Somerset Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Somerset Elementary School offer ?
Somerset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Somerset Elementary School part of?
Somerset Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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