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Whetstone Elementary

19201 Thomas Farm Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, United States
+1 (240) 740-1060
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/whetstonees/
2.5
Overall Rating

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Whetstone Elementary Overview

About This School

Whetstone Elementary is a public elementary in Gaithersburg, Maryland, serving 711 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 18% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 57 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,141. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 355 students. Students at the school are evenly split between male and female populations. The demographic makeup is 57% Hispanic, 26% Black, 8% Asian, 6% White, and 3% Two or More Races.

711
Total Students
PK-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
57 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts32%
Mathematics18%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Montgomery County
Students per Counselor
355:1

Whetstone Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

32%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 44%
18%
Mathematics
City Avg: 29%State Avg: 26%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.8:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
355
Students per Counselor

Whetstone Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
57

Average Teacher Salary

$77,141
City Avg: $77,141
State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor355:1

Whetstone Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

49.65%
Male
50.35%
Female
Total Enrollment: 711 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White5.91%
Hispanic57.1%
Asian7.88%
Black25.74%
Two or More Races3.09%
Native American0.28%

Whetstone Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Whetstone Elementary

Q: What is Whetstone Elementary?

A: Whetstone Elementary is a elementary public located in Gaithersburg.

Q: How many students attend Whetstone Elementary?

A: Whetstone Elementary has approximately 711 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Whetstone Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Whetstone Elementary is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Whetstone Elementary

Whetstone Elementary is a public elementary in Gaithersburg, Maryland, serving 711 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 18% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 57 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,141. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 355 students. Students at the school are evenly split between male and female populations. The demographic makeup is 57% Hispanic, 26% Black, 8% Asian, 6% White, and 3% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Whetstone Elementary - Gaithersburg, MD

Quick Facts about Whetstone Elementary
School NameWhetstone Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location19201 Thomas Farm Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20879, Gaithersburg, MD
CountyMontgomery County
Phone+1 (240) 740-1060
Total Students711
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers57
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency32%
Math Proficiency18%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Whetstone Elementary

What is Whetstone Elementary?

Whetstone Elementary is a elementary public located in Gaithersburg.

How many students attend Whetstone Elementary?

Whetstone Elementary has approximately 711 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whetstone Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Whetstone Elementary is 12:1.

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