Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clearspring Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clearspring 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
Clearspring Elementary School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
541 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Clearspring 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 Clearspring Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#176 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
29%
24%
Black
17%
32%
White
29%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clearspring Elementary School's ranking?
Clearspring Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Clearspring Elementary School often compared to?
Clearspring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Clearspring Elementary School?
541 students attend Clearspring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Clearspring Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clearspring Elementary School?
Clearspring Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clearspring Elementary School offer ?
Clearspring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clearspring Elementary School part of?
Clearspring Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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