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#111 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 8% in state

Beall Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

451 Beall Ave, Rockville, MD 20850

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Rockville

#6 of 32

public schools

Maryland elementary schools

#109 of 882

In district

#16 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Beall Elementary

Beall Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockville, MD, part of the Montgomery County Public Schools. The school serves approximately 490 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 91.9th percentile among MD schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 52% proficiency in math, 22 points above the state average and 59% in reading/language arts, 8 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $122,691, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a small city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.2%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.7%
Math vs. State Avg+36 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.6 pts
Overall Proficiency68%
Expected (poverty-adj.)54%
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,101

Beall Elementary — Students at Beall Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.3%
School
State
30.2%
ELA Proficiency 58.9%
School
State
51.1%

Based on 8 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
74%
2025
Math
66.2%
ELA
70.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Beall Elementary Compares

See how Beall Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in MD
Academic
9.3/10
9.3/10
Growth
9.5/10
Above average
Environment
5.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

451 Beall Ave, Rockville, MD 20850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maryvale Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is College Gardens Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ritchie Park Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PEP - Itinerant Rockville 0.6 mi
CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Rockville 0.6 mi 7.9
Julius West Middle Rockville 0.8 mi 5.7
College Gardens Elementary Rockville 1.0 mi 8.8
Richard Montgomery High Rockville 1.0 mi 5.4
Fallsmead Elementary Rockville 1.0 mi 7.2
ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockville 1.1 mi 7.8
Thomas S. Wootton High Rockville 1.4 mi 5.2
Bayard Rustin Elementary Rockville 1.5 mi 7.3
Carl Sandburg Center Rockville 1.4 mi 3.5
Maryvale Elementary Rockville 1.4 mi 9.1
Ritchie Park Elementary Rockville 1.8 mi 8.4
Robert Frost Middle School Rockville 1.6 mi 5.3
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Rockville 1.9 mi 6.4
MUSLIM COMMUNITY SCHOOL/ALIM ACADEMY Potomac 2.1 mi 6.6
Lakewood Elementary Rockville 1.7 mi 8.2
GENEVA DAY SCHOOL Potomac 2.3 mi
LITTLE GENIUS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rockville 1.8 mi
Beverly Farms Elementary Potomac 2.6 mi 7.7
Cold Spring Elementary Potomac 2.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,691

Median Home Value

$687,200

Median Rent

$2,277/mo

Population

50,365

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

40.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Beall Elementary has a median household income of $122,691. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $687,200, with a median rent of $2,277/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Battle Grove Elementary Baltimore, MD 8.6
Cloverly Elementary Silver Spring, MD 8.6
Fountain Green Elementary Bel Air, MD 8.6
Gale-Bailey Elementary School Marbury, MD 8.6
Hampden Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 8.6
Hyattsville Elementary Hyattsville, MD 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beall Elementary

What grades does Beall Elementary serve?

Beall Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Beall Elementary?

Beall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beall Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Beall Elementary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beall Elementary rank in MD?

Beall Elementary is ranked #111 out of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Beall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Beall Elementary has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beall Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Beall Elementary has 52.3% math proficiency and 58.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Beall Elementary a charter school?

No, Beall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beall Elementary a Title I school?

No, Beall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beall Elementary?

32.0% of students at Beall Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
68 Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,675/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rockville). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Montgomery County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Montgomery County Public Schools
District Enrollment
160,223
Schools in District
211
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,456
District Rank
#16 of 206

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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