Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Flower Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flower Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Flower Valley Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Motto
Every student. Every Day. Whatever it takes.
School Rankings
Flower Valley Elementary School 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 Flower Valley Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#297 out of 1338 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
31%
24%
Black
16%
32%
White
38%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fireflies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flower Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Flower Valley Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Flower Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Flower Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Flower Valley Elementary School?
524 students attend Flower Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Flower Valley Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flower Valley Elementary School?
Flower Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flower Valley Elementary School offer ?
Flower Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flower Valley Elementary School part of?
Flower Valley Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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