Viers Mill Elementary

11711 Joseph Mill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/viersmilles/

556 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Viers Mill Elementary School, located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is a vibrant part of the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. The school is known for its commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment that serves a diverse student population. With a focus on academic excellence and social-emotional development, Viers Mill strives to provide a rigorous curriculum that meets the needs of every student, supported by a dedicated staff that emphasizes collaborative learning and community engagement.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive school culture where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. Viers Mill actively partners with parents and the local community to enrich the educational experience, offering various programs and initiatives designed to support student growth. Its location in the heart of Silver Spring allows for a strong sense of neighborhood identity, making it a cornerstone for local families seeking a supportive and forward-thinking primary education for their children.

556

Total Students

51.1

Full-Time Teachers

10.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

69.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Viers Mill Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	73
Hispanic	377
Black	56
Asian	29
Two or More	17
American Indian	4

Hispanic
377 (67.8%)
White
73 (13.1%)
Black
56 (10.1%)
Asian
29 (5.2%)
Two or More
17 (3.1%)
American Indian
4 (0.7%)

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)740-1000
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/viersmilles/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	556
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	313
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	74

* 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 124

Kindergarten 82

Grade 1 80

Grade 2 61

Grade 3 71

Grade 4 78

Grade 5 60

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Viers Mill Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	124
Kindergarten	82
Grade 1	80
Grade 2	61
Grade 3	71
Grade 4	78
Grade 5	60

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Viers Mill Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	259	46.6%
Male	297	53.4%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)