DuFief Elementary

15001 Dufief Dr
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

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

276 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

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.

276

Total Students

25.6

Full-Time Teachers

10.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

20.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DuFief Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	85
Hispanic	40
Black	46
Asian	77
Two or More	28

White
85 (30.8%)
Asian
77 (27.9%)
Black
46 (16.7%)
Hispanic
40 (14.5%)
Two or More
28 (10.1%)

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)740-1600
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/dufiefes/index.shtml
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	276
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	25.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.8
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 40

Grade 1 41

Grade 2 44

Grade 3 47

Grade 4 47

Grade 5 57

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DuFief Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	40
Grade 1	41
Grade 2	44
Grade 3	47
Grade 4	47
Grade 5	57

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DuFief Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	115	41.7%
Male	161	58.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)