Maryvale Elementary School
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: (240) 740-4330
District: Montgomery County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 593 students
Maryvale Elementary School, a public school located in Rockville, MD, serves grades PK-5 in the Montgomery County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Maryvale Elementary School is a public school located in Rockville, MD. 593 students attend Maryvale Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 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: April 30, 2026
First three years at Maryvale (English program) have gone great for my kiddo. Ms. G is a world-class teacher, there are tons of afterschool events (talent show, international night, game night, spring fling, etc.), the PTA is active, and the school building itself is new and well-kept. Breakfast at the school is free for all kids and class sizes are low - 15 students in my kid's class - though surely other grades aren't quite that lucky.
5 stars; would recommend.
Posted: April 30, 2026
Posted: April 30, 2026
Posted: April 30, 2026
Posted: April 30, 2026
Posted: April 30, 2026
Posted: April 30, 2026
Posted: April 30, 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026
This school gives your children completely the opposite of what you want for them. Starting from a principal and vice principal with no morals, teachers that put students in danger, and people who do nothing about it as they are genuinely scared in this hostile environment. I hope other parents learn the truth about this school and its administration and changes are made. So disappointed. I have more to say but I hope this helps as a start.
Posted: April 21, 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026
Posted: April 21, 2026
Posted: September 22, 2021
My oldest daughter whos now in Highschool (11th grade) went to Maryvale Elementary, and it laid the foundation of academic discipline for her to excel throughout the years. Shes now taking AP courses and is enrolled in Montgomery College dual enrollment program. My youngest is in her last year at Maryvale as of 2021. Its been an amazing experience for her as well. The French immersion program is fantastic. Kudos to all the wonderful teachers and staff and special shout-out to Mrs. Prin, Principal, and Mr Bowerman, Vice Principal. They are simply exceptional leaders who truly care and they certainly shone bright throughout the pandemic with their unwavering support and availability. The Maryvale family has been great to my daughters. If youre considering this school, I highly recommend it.
Posted: September 22, 2021
Posted: September 22, 2021
Posted: September 22, 2021
Posted: September 22, 2021
Posted: September 22, 2021
Posted: September 22, 2021
Posted: September 22, 2021
Posted: October 9, 2019
Posted: October 9, 2019
Posted: October 9, 2019
Posted: October 9, 2019
Posted: October 9, 2019
My son has been at Maryvale since K and we're pretty happy about it. The English program is quite good and kids have plenty of enrichment opportunities if they are performing at the grade level already. Each year my son has been receiving enrichment in math and reading, as part of a small group of students who were already outperforming other kids. The school strongly emphasizes reading, and provides for plenty of time for kids to read during the school day. The library is amazing, too! Our kid reads at least a full grade level above his grade. Yes, this is a minority-majority school, which comes with its shortcomings and bonuses. The teachers we've had so far are professional and constantly improving their competencies, by pursuing graduate degrees or further training. Even while at the holding school building (while the new building is being build, which looks amazing), the school is well equipped.
Posted: October 9, 2019
Posted: October 9, 2019
Posted: February 11, 2018
The French immersion program is the best you can get for your child in the county. The principal and teachers are very hardworking and helpful in developing the potential of your child. The French immersion teacher Mme. Kone deserves a special mention as she works selflessly with students to improve their weaknesses and deficiencies. Overall our experience of sending our kid to this school has been an excellent decision!
Posted: February 11, 2018
Posted: February 11, 2018
Posted: February 11, 2018
Posted: February 11, 2018
Posted: February 11, 2018
Posted: February 11, 2018
Posted: July 5, 2017
Posted: July 5, 2017
Posted: July 5, 2017
Posted: July 5, 2017
Posted: July 5, 2017
Posted: July 5, 2017
Posted: July 5, 2017
The new principal Mrs. Prin is very nice and working hard towards improving lots of things about the school. The teachers here (both of the French Immersion and English) are very competent and work very hard with students to bring out their best. The school definitely needs more involvement of parents in PTA, especially the parents from the English side.
Posted: April 4, 2017
My two daughters are in the English program at Maryvale ES. There are a lot of comments here about how great the French immersion program is, that might lead some parents to infer that the English program is not as good -- all of the teachers at Maryvale are very good, all of them very knowledgeable and very nice. Ms. Adeoye is a great teacher, my younger daughter is learning a lot and also improving academically thanks to her. Ms Rawson is also great, Ms. Sebastian... just to name a few but every teacher my kids have ever had has been great, as well as all of the administrative staff, PTA and in general, all the parents in the neighborhood.
Posted: April 4, 2017
Posted: April 4, 2017
Posted: April 4, 2017
Posted: April 4, 2017
Posted: April 4, 2017
Posted: April 4, 2017
Posted: October 6, 2016
Posted: October 6, 2016
Posted: October 6, 2016
Posted: October 6, 2016
Posted: October 6, 2016
Posted: October 6, 2016
Posted: October 6, 2016
French Immersion program is amazing. The teachers are knowledgeable, innovative and only have the students' best interests at heart. Mme Loomis (1stgrade French) is the champion for growth mindset. It has a big impact on the teaching and learning. Also, I appreciate the reading-only homework policy.
Posted: September 18, 2015
My son started Maryvale ES this academic year in their much sought after French Immerssion program. His teacher Mme. Nicimpaye has been very supportive so far as we are a non-French speaking family. She has been keeping good correspondence with the parents. Even though my son is already bilingual at age 5, he is still quite interested in picking up French . He has been coming home excited and also repeating some words and poems at home that were done in the class. The school PTA is pretty active. We have observed that the French program parents are more involved in the PTA than the English program parents ! The after school activities offered to students are also pretty varied. Science club, karate, soccer, languages and many more...
Posted: September 15, 2015
Posted: September 15, 2015
Posted: September 15, 2015
Posted: February 25, 2014
my daughter is in the French immersion kindergarten and we have been thrilled with the program. We do not speak French at home and she is soaking it all up and doing wonderfully.
Posted: June 24, 2013
My daughter is in the French Immersion program. Her year in 3rd grade was stellar. Mme. Sawadogo is a wonderful teacher who really cares and takes the time to nurture students. She deserves many awards for all the students she has helped in progressing through not just French, but math, science, and reading. Our experience has been good with the school, and the principal has addressed my concerns successfully. I can't speak for the general English curriculum, however. Also parents need to make sure that their kids are prepared for the rigor of learning a foreign language full-immersion style. Most kids in the immersion program has at least 1 French speaking parent. Many kids get scared and intimidated by the program, and just because it is a special County program parents rush to put their kids in the lottery. But all in all, we have had a good experience with the school from kindergarten.
Posted: August 16, 2012
Two years ago I gave this school 4 stars. I have since changed my mind.
Posted: August 15, 2012
After 2 1/2 years, we took the decision to transfer our daughter from the french immersion program. She was getting behind and her room teacher did not help at all, all the opposite she made my daughter and us think was my daughter fault, later we found out, half of her second grade class was taking private tutoring, because kids in general did not understand well this teacher, not her accent but the way she communicates. We brought issue to principal office and their attitude was even worse. We contacted the county education department, they have what is called parents-school mediator and did not help much, but we were not the first parents contacting them for the same issue. 3 kids dropped from this particular class in one year and the problem with this teacher has been for years and nobody does anything!! Several of the parents that decide to transfer their kids to other schools are French native speakers, which speaks volumes about this big problem this program has.
Posted: December 31, 2011
My daughter is learning a lot at Maryvale Elementary School, the curriculum is very good and the teachers are very dedicated. The PTA is very involved.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Old Farm | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rockville | MD | 2.6 mi | |
| 2 | White Flint | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Rockville | MD | 3.6 mi | |
| 3 | Lakelands | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Gaithersburg | MD | 5.4 mi | |
| 4 | Norwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Olney | MD | 6.3 mi | |
| 5 | Forest Knolls | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 7.7 mi | |
| 6 | DuMont Oaks | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 8 mi | |
| 7 | Iverly | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 8.9 mi | |
| 8 | The Willoughby | Condominium/Townhouse | Chevy Chase | MD | 9.2 mi | |
| 9 | Hillandale | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Silver Spring | MD | 9.3 mi | |
| 10 | Takoma Park | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Takoma Park | MD | 9.9 mi | |
| 11 | Water's Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Germantown | MD | 10.2 mi | |
| 12 | Fox Farm | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Great Falls | VA | 11.8 mi | |
| 13 | Maple Lawn | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Fulton | MD | 13.4 mi | |
| 14 | Leeway Overlee - N Arlington | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Arlington | VA | 14.4 mi | |
| 15 | Falls Church City | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Falls Church | VA | 14.6 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kentlands | Gaithersburg | MD | 6.1 mi | |
| 2 | Silver Spring | Silver Spring | MD | 9 mi | |
| 3 | White Oak | Silver Spring | MD | 9.3 mi | |
| 4 | Arlington | Arlington | VA | 12.5 mi | |
| 5 | Georgetown | Washington | DC | 13.3 mi | |
| 6 | Hammond Hills | Laurel | MD | 13.7 mi | |
| 7 | Falls Church | Falls Church | VA | 14.3 mi | |
| 8 | Vienna | Vienna | VA | 14.8 mi | |
| 9 | Washington DC | Washington D.C. | DC | 14.8 mi | |
| 10 | West Falls Church | Falls Church | VA | 15 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 6.5 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 14.8 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 15.7 mi. |
| Pentagon | 15.8 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 15.9 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 16.5 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 16.5 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 16.7 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 17 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 18 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 18.5 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 21.4 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 22.2 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 23.7 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 26.3 mi. |
| Fort Detrick | 28.7 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 31.2 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 34.8 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 35.7 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 36.4 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 41.8 mi. |
Refine Search
National Ad
