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#682 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 50% in state
Farmland Elementary
Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools
7000 Old Gate Road, Rockville, MD 20852
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Rockville
#22 of 32
public schools
Maryland elementary schools
#587 of 882
In district
#116 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
Equity
9.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Farmland Elementary
Farmland Elementary serves 813 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Rockville, Maryland, operating with a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1 across 50 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned strong recognition, ranking #167 out of 1,364 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 88th percentile among Maryland schools with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. Academically, Farmland Elementary demonstrates solid performance with an impressive academic score of 9.2 out of 10.
Students show particular strength in English Language Arts and reading, with 71% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics performance shows 56% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards, indicating steady progress in numerical skills. The school serves families in the 20852 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $121,550 and home values average $636,800.
This well-educated community boasts 74% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of 7.7%. Located on Old Gate Road in Montgomery County, Farmland Elementary operates within Rockville's small city environment, providing students with both suburban amenities and access to the greater Washington metropolitan area's educational and cultural resources.
Score Breakdown
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Farmland Elementary — Students at Farmland Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.7/10.
How Farmland Elementary Compares
See how Farmland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 68.7% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 70% (2019) to 67.7% (2025).
Location
7000 Old Gate Road, Rockville, MD 20852
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Farmland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bells Mill Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Potomac), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bayard Rustin Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Luxmanor Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE DIENER SCHOOL North Bethesda | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Tilden Middle Rockville | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Rock Terrace School Rockville | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| IVYMOUNT SCHOOL Rockville | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| THE MADDUX SCHOOL Rockville | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Luxmanor Elementary Rockville | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GENEVA DAY SCHOOL Potomac | 1.1 mi | — |
| CHARLES E SMITH JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Rockville | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ALEF BET MONTESSORI SCHOOL INC. Rockville | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MUSLIM COMMUNITY SCHOOL/ALIM ACADEMY Potomac | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| EXECUTIVE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Rockville | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bayard Rustin Elementary Rockville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL-ROCKVILLE Rockville | 1.3 mi | — |
| MC LEAN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Potomac | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Walter Johnson High Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| THE HEIGHTS SCHOOL Potomac | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Bells Mill Elementary Potomac | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Winston Churchill High Potomac | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Cabin John Middle Potomac | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Potomac | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20852 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,496
Median Home Value
$646,100
Median Rent
$2,212/mo
Population
47,857
College Educated
74.2%
Homeownership
41.7%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
38.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Farmland Elementary has a median household income of $121,496. It is a well-educated community where 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $646,100, with a median rent of $2,212/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% 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 |
|---|---|
| Arcola Elementary Silver Spring, MD | 6.4 |
| CALVERT SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 6.4 |
| Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary Germantown, MD | 6.4 |
| Mary B. Neal Elementary School Waldorf, MD | 6.4 |
| Timber Grove Elementary Owings Mills, MD | 6.4 |
| Arlington Elementary Baltimore, MD | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Farmland Elementary
What grades does Farmland Elementary serve?
Farmland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Farmland Elementary?
Farmland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Farmland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Farmland Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Farmland Elementary rank in MD?
Farmland Elementary is ranked #682 out of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Farmland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Farmland Elementary has a composite rating of 6.4 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 Farmland Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Farmland Elementary has 61.2% math proficiency and 64.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Farmland Elementary a charter school?
No, Farmland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Farmland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Farmland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farmland Elementary?
16.5% of students at Farmland 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.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,675/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rockville). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 813
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (240) 740-0660
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #116 of 206
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