Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Little Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 79% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Bennett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Little Bennett Elementary School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Little Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Bennett Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#287 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
16%
24%
Black
25%
32%
White
21%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Little Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Little Bennett Elementary School is ranked #287 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Little Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Little Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksburg Elementary School, Wilson Wims Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Little Bennett Elementary School?
614 students attend Little Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Little Bennett Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Little Bennett Elementary School?
Little Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Little Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Little Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Little Bennett Elementary School part of?
Little Bennett Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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