LAYTONSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Laytonsville Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Gaithersburg, MD with about 377 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Laytonsville Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Laytonsville Elementary School, located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is a proud member of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Situated in a semi-rural setting, the school serves a tight-knit community and is known for its welcoming, small-town atmosphere despite being part of one of the largest school districts in the nation. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic excellence while emphasizing character development and community involvement.

The school is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its student body through a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like literacy and mathematics, while also integrating the arts and social-emotional learning. Laytonsville Elementary benefits from a strong partnership between staff, parents, and the surrounding local community, which supports various extracurricular programs and school-wide events. By prioritizing both rigorous academic standards and a nurturing school culture, Laytonsville Elementary strives to prepare its students to be responsible, engaged citizens as they transition to middle school.

For more information, contact Laytonsville Elementary at (301) 840-7145 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.