BELLS MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Bells Mill Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Potomac, MD with about 609 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, Bells Mill Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bells Mill Elementary School, located in the affluent community of Potomac, Maryland, is a highly-regarded public school within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is well-known for its strong academic focus, dedicated faculty, and an active, involved parent community. The school environment is designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development, consistently ranking among the top-performing elementary schools in the state due to its rigorous curriculum and high student achievement rates.

Beyond its academic reputation, Bells Mill is celebrated for its inclusive and supportive school culture. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, enrichment programs, and modern resources that encourage students to explore their interests in technology, the arts, and athletics. Its location in a suburban setting allows for a cohesive neighborhood feel, where the partnership between home and school is prioritized to ensure a well-rounded educational experience for every child.

For more information, contact Bells Mill Elementary at (301) 740-0480 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8225 Bells Mill Rd
Potomac, MD 20854-4066
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BELLS MILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Potomac, MD with about 609 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
609
Teachers:
35.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 609 students

White
44.2%
Asian
29.9%
Black or African American
11.0%
Hispanic/Latino
9.4%
Two or more races
5.6%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.