Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-10, 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- 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
School Overview
Monocacy Valley Montessori's student population of 386 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 69% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
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 0.66, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
14%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
54%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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?
386 students attend Monocacy Valley Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Monocacy Valley Montessori students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% 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-10 (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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