Summary:
Zip code 21770 (Monrovia, MD) is served by two high-performing elementary schools, Green Valley Elementary and Kemptown Elementary, both part of the top-rated Frederick County Public Schools district, offering education for grades K-5 in a relatively affluent community with low poverty levels.
Green Valley Elementary stands out as the top performer in the area, ranking 128th out of 864 Maryland elementary schools (85th percentile) and excelling in Math (62.2% proficiency) and Science (48.3% proficiency). It has a larger enrollment of 850 students and shows an improving state ranking trend. In contrast, Kemptown Elementary is a strong school ranking 152nd (82nd percentile) with 448 students, but it has a slight edge in English Language Arts (66.1% vs. 65.8%) and lower chronic absenteeism (11.6% vs. 12.9%). However, Kemptown's state ranking has been declining, while Green Valley's has been improving, making Green Valley the more stable choice for consistent high performance.
Both schools far exceed state averages in all subjects, with Math proficiency more than doubling the state average of 27.1%. They share low free/reduced lunch rates (around 13-14%) and low chronic absenteeism well below the district average of 16.7%. A notable finding is that both schools see a significant drop in Math proficiency from 3rd to 5th grade, suggesting a common challenge with upper-elementary math concepts. Overall, this zip code offers excellent educational options, with Green Valley Elementary leading in Math and Science and Kemptown Elementary offering a strong literacy program, making it a highly desirable area for families with elementary-aged children.
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