WYNGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Wyngate Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Bethesda, MD with about 738 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Wyngate Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Wyngate Elementary School, located in the residential community of Bethesda, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school serving students in Montgomery County (MCPS). Known for its strong academic reputation and supportive learning environment, the school fosters a collaborative culture between staff, students, and a highly engaged parent community. Its curriculum emphasizes foundational literacy and numeracy while integrating a variety of enrichment opportunities designed to challenge students and support diverse learning styles.
Beyond the classroom, Wyngate is recognized for its vibrant school spirit and focus on the "whole child," promoting social-emotional growth alongside academic achievement. The school benefits from its location in a stable, family-oriented neighborhood, which contributes to a robust PTA and numerous extracurricular programs. As part of the Montgomery County Public Schools system, Wyngate consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the region, drawing families who value its rigorous standards, experienced faculty, and commitment to preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact Wyngate Elementary at (240) 740-1080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1080
WYNGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Bethesda, MD with about 738 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Montgomery County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 738
- Teachers:
- 36.8
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 738 students
- White
- 64.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.8%
- Asian
- 11.0%
- Two or more races
- 8.9%
- Black or African American
- 3.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 49.1%
- Male
- 50.9%
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.