School Overview
Gaithersburg Elementary School, located at 35 N. Summit Ave in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is a public institution serving the local community within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. As a foundational pillar in the Gaithersburg area, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic and social-emotional development of its students. It follows the MCPS curriculum, which emphasizes a comprehensive approach to core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating modern educational technology to prepare students for higher levels of schooling.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Gaithersburg Elementary is known for its commitment to community engagement and student diversity. The school works closely with families and local stakeholders to create a culture of achievement, frequently utilizing school-wide programs to support student well-being and character development. By leveraging its location in a vibrant, diverse section of Montgomery County, the school provides a multicultural setting where students are encouraged to collaborate and learn from one another, ensuring that every child has access to the resources necessary to reach their full potential.
717
Total Students
68.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gaithersburg Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White16
Hispanic517
Black138
Asian30
Two or More14
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    517 (72.1 %)
  • Black
    138 (19.2 %)
  • Asian
    30 (4.2 %)
  • White
    16 (2.2 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
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)740-4900
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/gaithersburges/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 717
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 68.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 367
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 40
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 29
Kindergarten 112
Grade 1 122
Grade 2 105
Grade 3 93
Grade 4 118
Grade 5 138

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Gaithersburg Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten29
Kindergarten112
Grade 1122
Grade 2105
Grade 393
Grade 4118
Grade 5138
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Gaithersburg Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female34247.7%
Male37552.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)