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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+0.04 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.7%
Math vs. State Avg+38.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Overall Proficiency68%
Expected (poverty-adj.)64%
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,101

Farmland Elementary — Students at Farmland Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.2%
School
State
30.2%
ELA Proficiency 64.7%
School
State
51.1%

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
71%
2025
Math
68.7%
ELA
67.7%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Farmland Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in MD
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
5.7/10
Above average
Environment
4.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers

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.

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

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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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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