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#376 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 28% in state

Flower Valley Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

4615 Sunflower Dr, Rockville, MD 20853

Enrollment

574

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#376 of 1,363

In Rockville

#19 of 32

public schools

In district

#101 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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7.6/10

Elementary School in Rockville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Flower Valley Elementary

Flower Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockville, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Flower Valley Elementary serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Flower Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Flower Valley Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.1% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.5% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Flower Valley Elementary — Students at Flower Valley Elementary score 46% 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

31.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (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
90%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2025
Math
40.1%
ELA
52.5%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Flower Valley Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
73th percentile in MD
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

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

4615 Sunflower Dr, Rockville, MD 20853

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flower Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cashell Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brookhaven Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville 0.5 mi
ST PATRICK'S SCHOOL Rockville 0.6 mi 6.3
Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary Rockville 1.0 mi 9.2
Earle B. Wood Middle Rockville 1.1 mi 7.1
Parkland Middle Rockville 1.5 mi 6.9
Brookhaven Elementary Rockville 1.6 mi 7.2
Rock Creek Valley Elementary Rockville 1.6 mi 7.2
WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney 1.7 mi 7.2
THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring 1.8 mi
Meadow Hall Elementary Rockville 1.9 mi 6.5
Rockville High Rockville 1.9 mi 8.2
Cashell Elementary Rockville 2.2 mi 8.6
MELVIN J BERMAN HEBREW ACADEMY Rockville 2.3 mi 6.5
SULAM SCHOOL Rockville 2.3 mi
SHE'ARIM HIGH SCHOOL Rockville 2.3 mi
Harmony Hills Elementary Silver Spring 2.2 mi 4.9
Strathmore Elementary Silver Spring 2.0 mi 6.7
SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL-ROCKVILLE (FORMERLY FROST SC Rockville 2.4 mi 8.7
Col. Zadok Magruder High Rockville 2.2 mi 7.3
Wheaton Woods Elementary Rockville 2.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,168

Median Home Value

$605,800

Median Rent

$1,944/mo

Population

31,438

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

41.9

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Monarch Academy Glen Burnie, MD 7.6
Phelps Luck Elementary Columbia, MD 7.6
Prettyboy Elementary Freeland, MD 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flower Valley Elementary

What grades does Flower Valley Elementary serve?

Flower Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Flower Valley Elementary?

Flower Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flower Valley Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Flower Valley Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Flower Valley Elementary rank in MD?

Flower Valley Elementary ranks #376 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Flower Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Flower Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Flower Valley Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Flower Valley Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Flower Valley Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Flower Valley Elementary a Title I school?

No, Flower Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

31.2% of students at Flower Valley 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

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

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