Excellent
#74 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 5% in state
Rock Creek Forest Elementary
Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools
8330 Grubb Road, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
669
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#74 of 1,363
In Chevy Chase
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#28 of 206
Montgomery County Public Schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Rock Creek Forest Elementary
Rock Creek Forest Elementary is a public elementary school in Chevy Chase, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Rock Creek Forest Elementary serves approximately 669 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Creek Forest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Rock Creek Forest Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- MD avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Rock Creek Forest Elementary — Students at Rock Creek Forest Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Rock Creek Forest Elementary Compares
See how Rock Creek Forest Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8330 Grubb Road, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rock Creek Forest Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Chevy Chase Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Shepherd ES (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Washington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Chevy Chase Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chevy Chase, see our Chevy Chase schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20815 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$198,243
Median Home Value
$1,230,700
Median Rent
$2,408/mo
Population
31,269
College Educated
85%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.9
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| Bayard Rustin Elementary Rockville, MD | 9.1 |
| Beverly Farms Elementary Potomac, MD | 9.1 |
| Burning Tree Elementary Bethesda, MD | 9.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rock Creek Forest Elementary
What grades does Rock Creek Forest Elementary serve?
Rock Creek Forest Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rock Creek Forest Elementary?
Rock Creek Forest Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 669 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Creek Forest Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rock Creek Forest Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rock Creek Forest Elementary rank in MD?
Rock Creek Forest Elementary ranks #74 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Rock Creek Forest Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rock Creek Forest Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Rock Creek Forest Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rock Creek Forest Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rock Creek Forest Elementary a charter school?
No, Rock Creek Forest Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rock Creek Forest Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rock Creek Forest Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rock Creek Forest Elementary?
34.4% of students at Rock Creek Forest 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 669
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (240) 839-3201
Resources & Links
District
Montgomery County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 160,223
- Schools in District
- 211
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,456
- District Rank
- #28 of 206
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