Monocacy Elementary School
Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: (227) 203-1520
District: Frederick County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 534 students
Monocacy Elementary School, a public school located in Frederick, MD, serves grades PK-5 in the Frederick County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Monocacy Elementary School is a public school located in Frederick, MD. 534 students attend Monocacy Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 6/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 10/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
Posted: August 5, 2025
Weve been incredibly impressed with this school since moving to the neighborhood. The staff is attentive, communicative, and truly invested in each child's growth. The principal sets a strong tone for academic excellence while still creating a warm, welcoming environment. The teachers go above and beyond, and the small class sizes mean students get real attention.
What stands out most is the sense of community its the kind of school where parents know each other, teachers know the kids by name (even outside their grade), and the PTA is very active. Theres also a strong emphasis on reading, STEM, and character-building not to mention the school grounds are always clean and well-maintained.
We've seen noticeable improvement in the school's overall performance year after year. Its definitely one of the top reasons young families are moving into the area.
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Posted: May 16, 2022
Monocacy Elementary is a great school. The teachers are top notch and so caring to the students! The support staff and Principal are fantastic. The school offers a lot of support and resources to the children. The PTA host several event throughout the year, which is really nice.
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Posted: November 22, 2014
The principal is very enthusiastic and does a wonderful job communicating with kids and parents. The teachers all seem to enjoy being there and are always polite and helpful. Fun events are always planned by the school as well as the PTA.
Posted: May 28, 2014
This is an amazing school! Both my kids excel great here and the teachers and staff are amazing! It's going to be such a hard transition since we've moved for next year, they'll always be gators!!
Posted: January 16, 2013
My kids started in this school 2 years ago. I am very impressed with the school over all. Yeah, it's not a brand new school and they have portables, but the teachers and family events they have are amazing. They always try to have parents involved in the students academics. They have family evening activities and hold plays. My kids enjoy it. The teachers are amazing, very energetic and accessible. Love how they have lots of after school programs for the kids and the prices are not bad at all.
Posted: September 23, 2010
This is an absolutely fantastic school! The principal is very involved in the community and the teachers seem to really enjoy what they do. The programs are challenging, but age appropriate and keep my daughter excited all throughout the school year.
Posted: June 11, 2010
We couldnt be happier with this school. Principal Anderson is the absolute best, very involved in the community and school, approachable and genuinely interested in student success and school growth. The teachers are exceptional and there are plenty of activities for parents to be involved in.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waterside | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Frederick | MD | 1.8 mi | |
| 2 | Galyn Manor | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Brunswick | MD | 13.9 mi | |
| 3 | Water's Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Germantown | MD | 19.5 mi | |
| 4 | Lakelands | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Gaithersburg | MD | 25.1 mi | |
| 5 | Fox Farm | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Great Falls | VA | 30.2 mi | |
| 6 | Norwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Olney | MD | 30.6 mi | |
| 7 | Old Farm | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rockville | MD | 31.2 mi | |
| 8 | White Flint | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rockville | MD | 32.7 mi | |
| 9 | Maple Lawn | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fulton | MD | 34.3 mi | |
| 10 | Iverly | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 35.8 mi | |
| 11 | DuMont Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 36 mi | |
| 12 | Forest Knolls | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 36.1 mi | |
| 13 | Fox Mill Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Herndon | VA | 36.4 mi | |
| 14 | The Greens at Locust Chapel | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Ellicott City | MD | 37.2 mi | |
| 15 | Hillandale | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 37.3 mi | |
| 16 | South Riding | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chantilly | VA | 37.5 mi | |
| 17 | The Willoughby | Condominium/Townhouse | Chevy Chase | MD | 38.1 mi | |
| 18 | Franklin Glen | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fairfax | VA | 38.5 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kentlands | Gaithersburg | MD | 24.8 mi | |
| 2 | Ashburn | Ashburn | VA | 28.7 mi | |
| 3 | Hammond Hills | Laurel | MD | 35.1 mi | |
| 4 | White Oak | Silver Spring | MD | 37.3 mi | |
| 5 | Silver Spring | Silver Spring | MD | 38 mi | |
| 6 | Chantilly | Chantilly | VA | 38.7 mi | |
| 7 | Laurel | Laurel | MD | 38.7 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Fort Detrick | 1.5 mi. |
| Shepherd Field | 30.7 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 35.5 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 39.5 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 41.9 mi. |
| Letterkenny Army Depot | 42.5 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 43.3 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 43.9 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 44.3 mi. |
| Pentagon | 44.6 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 45.5 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 45.5 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 45.7 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 45.9 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 46 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 47.4 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 48.2 mi. |
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