Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Viers Mill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viers Mill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Viers Mill Elementary School's student population of 556 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Viers Mill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viers Mill Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#660 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
68%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
13%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viers Mill Elementary School's ranking?
Viers Mill Elementary School is ranked #660 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Viers Mill Elementary School often compared to?
Viers Mill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Viers Mill Elementary School?
556 students attend Viers Mill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Viers Mill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Viers Mill Elementary School?
Viers Mill Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Viers Mill Elementary School offer ?
Viers Mill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Viers Mill Elementary School part of?
Viers Mill Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Viers Mill Elementary School located?
Viers Mill Elementary School is located in the Wheaton neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD. There are 5 other public schools located in Wheaton.
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