DuFief Elementary

15001 Dufief Dr
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/dufiefes/index.shtml

245 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

DuFief Elementary School, located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is a well-regarded institution within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving students from prekindergarten through fifth grade, the school is known for fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. It places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and creating a sense of community where students are encouraged to engage deeply with their studies and participate in various extracurricular activities.

The school is characterized by its dedication to personalized instruction and collaborative partnerships between teachers, staff, and families. With a focus on preparing students for success in middle school and beyond, DuFief utilizes a comprehensive curriculum that integrates technology and creative problem-solving. By prioritizing both the social-emotional well-being and the intellectual growth of its students, DuFief Elementary strives to maintain a nurturing atmosphere that helps every child reach their full potential.

245

Total Students

28.1

Full-Time Teachers

8.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

23.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DuFief Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	67
Hispanic	30
Black	45
Asian	79
Two or More	24

Asian
79 (32.2 %)
White
67 (27.3 %)
Black
45 (18.4 %)
Hispanic
30 (12.2 %)
Two or More
24 (9.8 %)

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:	(301)279-4980
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/dufiefes/index.shtml
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	245
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	28.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	8.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	41
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	16

* 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

Kindergarten 39

Grade 1 34

Grade 2 40

Grade 3 49

Grade 4 36

Grade 5 46

Grade 6 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DuFief Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	39
Grade 1	34
Grade 2	40
Grade 3	49
Grade 4	36
Grade 5	46
Grade 6	1

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DuFief Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	117	47.8%
Male	128	52.2%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)