Carderock Springs Elementary

7401 Persimmon Tree Lane
Bethesda, MD 20817

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/carderockspringses/

363 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Carderock Springs Elementary School, located in the residential community of Bethesda, Maryland, is a highly regarded public school serving the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. Nestled in a wooded setting, the school is well-known for its unique Mid-Century Modern architecture, which has been recognized for its historical significance and integration with the surrounding natural environment. The school community prides itself on a collaborative atmosphere, emphasizing both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of its students.

As part of the MCPS system, Carderock Springs focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond. The school is particularly noted for its strong parent involvement, dedicated teaching staff, and a culture that encourages student curiosity and critical thinking. By fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, Carderock Springs aims to nurture well-rounded students who are prepared to engage with their community and the wider world.

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363

Total Students

27.1

Full-Time Teachers

13.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

5.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Carderock Springs Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	204
Hispanic	43
Black	18
Asian	52
Two or More	45
Pacific Islander	1

White
204 (56.2%)
Asian
52 (14.3%)
Two or More
45 (12.4%)
Hispanic
43 (11.8%)
Black
18 (5.0%)
Pacific Islander
1 (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)740-0540
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/carderockspringses/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	363
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	15
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* 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 71

Grade 1 52

Grade 2 54

Grade 3 67

Grade 4 65

Grade 5 54