Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Monocacy Valley Montessori ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monocacy Valley Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Monocacy Valley Montessori's student population of 350 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Free the child's potential, and you will transform him into the world.
School Rankings
Monocacy Valley Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monocacy Valley Montessori is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#382 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
12%
33%
White
53%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monocacy Valley Montessori's ranking?
Monocacy Valley Montessori is ranked #382 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Monocacy Valley Montessori often compared to?
Monocacy Valley Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Classical Charter, Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Monocacy Valley Montessori?
350 students attend Monocacy Valley Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Monocacy Valley Montessori students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monocacy Valley Montessori?
Monocacy Valley Montessori has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monocacy Valley Montessori offer ?
Monocacy Valley Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monocacy Valley Montessori part of?
Monocacy Valley Montessori is part of Frederick County School District.
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