School Overview
Wood Acres Elementary School, located in the Westbard area of Bethesda, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student population from the surrounding residential neighborhoods, the school is known for its strong academic focus, collaborative learning environment, and deep engagement with the local community. It consistently maintains a reputation for high achievement, supported by a dedicated faculty and an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that plays a significant role in enhancing school programs and extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its core curriculum, Wood Acres emphasizes the development of the "whole child" through a variety of enrichment activities, including arts, music, and physical education. The school's physical campus serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, fostering a tight-knit culture where family involvement is highly encouraged. By leveraging its proximity to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and the resources provided by the MCPS district, Wood Acres strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, balancing rigorous academic standards with a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.
605
Total Students
34.4
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
7.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wood Acres Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White394
Hispanic81
Black28
Asian64
Two or More37
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    394 (65.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    81 (13.4 %)
  • Asian
    64 (10.6 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (6.1 %)
  • Black
    28 (4.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone: (240)740-1120
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/woodacreses/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 605
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 36
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 38
Kindergarten 86
Grade 1 85
Grade 2 94
Grade 3 103
Grade 4 104
Grade 5 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wood Acres Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten38
Kindergarten86
Grade 185
Grade 294
Grade 3103
Grade 4104
Grade 595
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wood Acres Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29648.9%
Male30951.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)