Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dufief Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 247 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Minority Enrollment: 71%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30% in MD
Math Proficiency
: 45-49% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Dufief Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dufief Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Dufief Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Dufief Elementary School often compared to?
Dufief Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stone Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dufief Elementary School?
247 students attend Dufief Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Dufief Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dufief Elementary School?
Dufief Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dufief Elementary School offer ?
Dufief Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dufief Elementary School part of?
An in-depth examination of the critical challenges confronting America's public education system, exploring issues ranging from classroom overcrowding to student poverty, and highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive solutions.
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 247 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Minority Enrollment: 71%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%
Math Proficiency
: 45-49% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 30%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-44% (Top 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Related School Videos
1:01
2:20
Related School News
We strongly encourage you to perform your own research when selecting a care provider. is an education provider in Gaithersbur ...
Eight-year-old Jack Pykosh loves his school, even though his parents worry that classrooms at the Gaithersburg campus are ...
