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#268 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 20% in state

Brooke Grove Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

2700 Spartan Rd, Olney, MD 20832

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#268 of 1,363

In Olney

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#84 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Brooke Grove Elementary

8.1/10

Elementary School in Olney · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Brooke Grove Elementary

Brooke Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Olney, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Brooke Grove Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooke Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #268 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Brooke Grove Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.3% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism21.2%

Brooke Grove Elementary — Students at Brooke Grove Elementary score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2025
Math
40.3%
ELA
53%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Brooke Grove Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
80th percentile in MD
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2700 Spartan Rd, Olney, MD 20832

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooke Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belmont Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenwood Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Brookeville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cashell Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Rockville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Olney, see our Olney schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PETER'S SCHOOL Olney 0.7 mi 5.8
Greenwood Elementary Brookeville 0.9 mi 9.1
OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL HIGH SCHOOL Olney 1.1 mi 5.4
ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Olney 1.0 mi 7.3
Olney Elementary Olney 1.1 mi 7.7
Sherwood Elementary Sandy Spring 1.1 mi 7.7
William H. Farquhar Middle Olney 1.5 mi 8.1
Belmont Elementary Olney 1.7 mi 9.3
OLNEY ADVENTIST PREPARATORY Olney 1.7 mi 7.3
Sherwood High Sandy Spring 1.8 mi 7.5
SANDY SPRINGS FRIENDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandy Spring 2.0 mi 7.2
Rosa M. Parks Middle Olney 1.9 mi 7.6
Cashell Elementary Rockville 2.3 mi 8.6
WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney 2.6 mi 7.2
MATER AMORIS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashton 2.8 mi 5.4
James Hubert Blake High Silver Spring 3.5 mi 7.8
ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville 3.7 mi 6.3
NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville 3.7 mi
THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring 4.5 mi
Flower Valley Elementary Rockville 4.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$166,892

Median Home Value

$601,300

Median Rent

$2,429/mo

Population

25,766

College Educated

63.6%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

40.9

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Darnestown Elementary Gaithersburg, MD 8.1
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Jonathan Hager Elementary Hagerstown, MD 8.1
North Bend Elementary Jarrettsville, MD 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooke Grove Elementary

What grades does Brooke Grove Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Brooke Grove Elementary?

Brooke Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooke Grove Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooke Grove Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooke Grove Elementary rank in MD?

Brooke Grove Elementary ranks #268 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Brooke Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooke Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brooke Grove Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooke Grove Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brooke Grove Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Brooke Grove Elementary a Title I school?

No, Brooke Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

30.8% of students at Brooke Grove 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
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

District

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

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