Bethesda Elementary

7600 Arlington Rd
Bethesda, MD 20814

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/bethesdaes/

645 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Bethesda Elementary School, located in the heart of downtown Bethesda, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school serving the local community within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. Known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages students to become active, lifelong learners. Its central location makes it a focal point for families in the area, often acting as a hub for community involvement and parent engagement.

The school is well-regarded for its rigorous curriculum, which emphasizes core subjects alongside a variety of enrichment programs designed to nurture creativity and critical thinking. Bethesda Elementary benefits from the robust resources of the MCPS system while maintaining a distinct school culture that prioritizes student well-being and social-emotional growth. With a focus on preparing students for the transition to middle school, the faculty and staff work closely with families to create a supportive, high-achieving atmosphere that consistently aims to meet the unique needs of its diverse student body.

645

Total Students

39.9

Full-Time Teachers

16.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

25.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bethesda Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	229
Hispanic	99
Black	113
Asian	147
Two or More	57

White
229 (35.5%)
Asian
147 (22.8%)
Black
113 (17.5%)
Hispanic
99 (15.3%)
Two or More
57 (8.8%)

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:	(240)204-5300
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/bethesdaes/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	645
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	141
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	22

* 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 3

Kindergarten 89

Grade 1 99

Grade 2 118

Grade 3 114

Grade 4 109

Grade 5 113

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Bethesda Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	3
Kindergarten	89
Grade 1	99
Grade 2	118
Grade 3	114
Grade 4	109
Grade 5	113

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Bethesda Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	317	49.1%
Male	328	50.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)