School Overview
Waters Landing Elementary School, located in Germantown, Maryland, is a prominent member of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. Serving a diverse student population, the school is deeply integrated into its surrounding residential community. It is known for maintaining a strong focus on academic achievement while fostering a nurturing environment that emphasizes the social and emotional development of its students. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards of the MCPS district, ensuring that children are well-prepared for the transition to middle school through balanced instruction in core subjects like mathematics, reading, and science.

Beyond the classroom, Waters Landing is characterized by a strong emphasis on community involvement and parental engagement. The school actively encourages partnership between educators and families to enhance the overall learning experience. By hosting various extracurricular activities and school events, Waters Landing strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and build character. As part of a highly regarded school district, it benefits from the resources and support typical of Montgomery County, consistently aiming to provide a high-quality, equitable education for all learners in the Germantown area.
753
Total Students
53.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Waters Landing Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White95
Hispanic281
Black291
Asian56
Two or More28
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    291 (38.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    281 (37.3 %)
  • White
    95 (12.6 %)
  • Asian
    56 (7.4 %)
  • Two or More
    28 (3.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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)740-1020
Website: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/waterslandinges/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 753
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 358
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 56
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 1
Kindergarten 112
Grade 1 136
Grade 2 141
Grade 3 129
Grade 4 115
Grade 5 119

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Waters Landing Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten1
Kindergarten112
Grade 1136
Grade 2141
Grade 3129
Grade 4115
Grade 5119
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Waters Landing Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35647.3%
Male39752.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)