Flower Valley Elementary

4615 Sunflower Dr
Rockville, MD 20853

www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/flowervalleyes/

540 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Flower Valley Elementary School, located on Sunflower Drive in Rockville, Maryland, is a public school serving the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) district. Nestled in a quiet residential area, the school is known for fostering a supportive community atmosphere that emphasizes academic growth, inclusivity, and the development of well-rounded students. It serves a diverse student body, offering a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with county standards while focusing on foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, science, and the arts.

Beyond the classroom, Flower Valley Elementary places a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and character development. The school typically provides a range of extracurricular opportunities and parent-led programs, reflecting a deep commitment to family engagement and community involvement. By maintaining a collaborative partnership between staff, students, and local families, Flower Valley strives to create a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens throughout their formative primary school years.

540

Total Students

36.9

Full-Time Teachers

14.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

29.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Flower Valley Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	197
Hispanic	156
Black	97
Asian	46
Two or More	41
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

White
197 (36.5 %)
Hispanic
156 (28.9 %)
Black
97 (18.0 %)
Asian
46 (8.5 %)
Two or More
41 (7.6 %)
American Indian
2 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Montgomery County Public Schools
Phone:	(240)740-1780
Website:	http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/flowervalleyes/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	540
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	138
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 89

Grade 1 102

Grade 2 89

Grade 3 86

Grade 4 94

Grade 5 80

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Flower Valley Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	89
Grade 1	102
Grade 2	89
Grade 3	86
Grade 4	94
Grade 5	80

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Flower Valley Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	246	45.6%
Male	294	54.4%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)