Sequoyah Elementary

17301 Bowie Mill Rd
Derwood, MD 20855

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/sequoyahes/

431 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Sequoyah Elementary School, located in Derwood, Maryland, is a public elementary school serving students in the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. Nestled in a quiet residential area, the school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment that emphasizes academic achievement, character development, and student well-being. It serves a diverse student population, providing a range of academic programs designed to meet the needs of learners at various stages of development, supported by a dedicated staff committed to inclusive education.

Beyond its core curriculum, Sequoyah Elementary places a strong emphasis on community engagement and parental involvement. The school maintains an active PTA and frequently organizes events that bridge the gap between the classroom and the home. By utilizing the extensive resources provided by the Montgomery County school system, Sequoyah provides students with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, enrichment programs, and modern technological integration, aiming to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond.

431

Total Students

37.8

Full-Time Teachers

11.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Sequoyah Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	107
Hispanic	194
Black	65
Asian	37
Two or More	28

Hispanic
194 (45.0 %)
White
107 (24.8 %)
Black
65 (15.1 %)
Asian
37 (8.6 %)
Two or More
28 (6.5 %)

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)740-5880
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/sequoyahes/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	431
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	183
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 2

Kindergarten 82

Grade 1 78

Grade 2 79

Grade 3 74

Grade 4 69

Grade 5 47

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Sequoyah Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	2
Kindergarten	82
Grade 1	78
Grade 2	79
Grade 3	74
Grade 4	69
Grade 5	47

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Sequoyah Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	207	48%
Male	224	52%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)