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Very Good

#325 of 1,363 schools in MD

Top 24% in state

Lois P. Rockwell Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

24555 Cutsail Dr, Damascus, MD 20872

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#325 of 1,363

In Damascus

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#89 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lois P. Rockwell Elementary

7.8/10

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

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9.2/10

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9.2/10

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About Lois P. Rockwell Elementary

Lois P. Rockwell Elementary is a public elementary school in Damascus, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Lois P.

Rockwell Elementary serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lois P. Rockwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Lois P. Rockwell Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.2% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.7% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+14 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Lois P. Rockwell Elementary — Students at Lois P. Rockwell Elementary score 51% 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

31.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (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
92%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
60%
2025
Math
44.2%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Lois P. Rockwell Elementary Compares

See how Lois P. Rockwell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
76th percentile in MD
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

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

24555 Cutsail Dr, Damascus, MD 20872

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lois P. Rockwell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson Wims Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedar Grove Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clearspring Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Damascus, see our Damascus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Clearspring Elementary Damascus 0.8 mi 9.2
Woodfield Elementary Gaithersburg 0.9 mi 9.2
John T. Baker Middle School Damascus 1.2 mi 6.5
Cedar Grove Elementary Germantown 1.1 mi 9.3
Damascus High Damascus 1.8 mi 6.7
Damascus Elementary Damascus 2.0 mi 6.1
Hallie Wells Middle Clarksburg 2.1 mi 8.9
Snowden Farm Elementary Clarksburg 2.8 mi 9.0
Wilson Wims Elementary School Clarksburg 2.9 mi 9.7
Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown 3.6 mi 6.2
OPTIMAL LEARNING SCHOOL Germantown 3.7 mi
Rocky Hill Middle Clarksburg 3.5 mi 6.4
Clarksburg High Clarksburg 3.5 mi 6.8
Little Bennett Elementary Clarksburg 3.4 mi 8.0
Neelsville Middle Germantown 4.5 mi 5.8
William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary Germantown 4.3 mi 8.8
Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown 4.7 mi 5.8
MOTHER OF GOD SCHOOL Gaithersburg 4.6 mi 8.0
Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg 3.9 mi 8.3
Goshen Elementary Gaithersburg 4.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20872 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,804

Median Home Value

$478,300

Median Rent

$1,675/mo

Population

13,138

College Educated

46.7%

Homeownership

89.1%

Avg Commute

36.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

41.2

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Imagine Lincoln PCS Temple Hills, MD 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lois P. Rockwell Elementary

What grades does Lois P. Rockwell Elementary serve?

Lois P. Rockwell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lois P. Rockwell Elementary?

Lois P. Rockwell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lois P. Rockwell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lois P. Rockwell Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lois P. Rockwell Elementary rank in MD?

Lois P. Rockwell Elementary ranks #325 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Lois P. Rockwell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lois P. Rockwell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Lois P. Rockwell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lois P. Rockwell Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lois P. Rockwell Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lois P. Rockwell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lois P. Rockwell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lois P. Rockwell Elementary?

31.7% of students at Lois P. Rockwell 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

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

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