Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#228 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
31%
24%
Black
16%
32%
White
35%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School's ranking?
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School often compared to?
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodfield Elementary School, Clearspring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School?
518 students attend Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School?
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School offer ?
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School part of?
Lois P. Rockwell Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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