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Twinbrook Elementary

Elementary School · Montgomery County Public Schools

5911 Ridgway Ave, Rockville, MD 20851

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#790 of 1,363

In Rockville

#29 of 32

public schools

In district

#168 of 206

Montgomery County Public Schools

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Twinbrook Elementary

5.9/10

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

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About Twinbrook Elementary

Twinbrook Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockville, MD, part of Montgomery County Public Schools. Twinbrook Elementary serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Twinbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #790 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Twinbrook Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.1% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.5% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,456
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Twinbrook Elementary — Students at Twinbrook Elementary score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 42.5% (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
83%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
24.1%
ELA
28.5%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Twinbrook Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in MD
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

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

5911 Ridgway Ave, Rockville, MD 20851

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twinbrook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bayard Rustin Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maryvale Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Luxmanor Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
REDWOOD MONTESSORI ACADEMY Rockville 0.6 mi
Meadow Hall Elementary Rockville 1.1 mi 6.5
THE LOURIE CTR SCHOOL OF THE REGINALD S LOURIE Rockville 1.0 mi
CHARLES E SMITH JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Rockville 1.1 mi 5.8
Rockville High Rockville 1.2 mi 8.2
SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL-ROCKVILLE (FORMERLY FROST SC Rockville 1.0 mi 8.7
EXECUTIVE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Rockville 1.4 mi
MELVIN J BERMAN HEBREW ACADEMY Rockville 1.1 mi 6.5
SULAM SCHOOL Rockville 1.1 mi
SHE'ARIM HIGH SCHOOL Rockville 1.1 mi
THE DIENER SCHOOL North Bethesda 1.5 mi 6.3
Rock Creek Valley Elementary Rockville 1.4 mi 7.2
ST JUDE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rockville 1.3 mi 6.3
Bayard Rustin Elementary Rockville 1.3 mi 9.1
Luxmanor Elementary Rockville 1.7 mi 8.7
WHITE FLINT CHILDREN'S HOUSE Rockville 1.6 mi
ST MARYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockville 1.6 mi 7.8
Earle B. Wood Middle Rockville 1.8 mi 7.1
Carl Sandburg Center Rockville 1.8 mi 2.2
Maryvale Elementary Rockville 1.8 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,951

Median Home Value

$523,800

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

14,660

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

56.7%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twinbrook Elementary

What grades does Twinbrook Elementary serve?

Twinbrook Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Twinbrook Elementary?

Twinbrook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twinbrook Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Twinbrook Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twinbrook Elementary rank in MD?

Twinbrook Elementary ranks #790 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Twinbrook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Twinbrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Twinbrook Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twinbrook Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Twinbrook Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Twinbrook Elementary a Title I school?

No, Twinbrook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

60.5% of students at Twinbrook 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

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

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