Glade Elementary vs Monocacy Valley Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Maryland, United States, 6.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glade Elementary
Walkersville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
561 students
Monocacy Valley Montessori
Frederick · Charter other · Grades PK–10
386 students
| Measure | Glade Elementary Walkersville, Maryland | Monocacy Valley Montessori Frederick, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #214 of 879 | – |
| National rank | #14637 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–10 |
| Students | 561 | 386 |
| Enrollment | 561 | 386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 29.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 52% |
| city | Walkersville | Frederick |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glade Elementary does better on math proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •Monocacy Valley Montessori does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Glade Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.2% vs 29.3%).
- •Glade Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 17.5).
- •Glade Elementary is the larger school with 561 students compared with 386.
- •Glade Elementary is a public school while Monocacy Valley Montessori is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Glade Elementary better than Monocacy Valley Montessori?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Glade Elementary and Monocacy Valley Montessori?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Walkersville and Frederick in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glade Elementary: 561. Monocacy Valley Montessori: 386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glade Elementary and Monocacy Valley Montessori rank in Maryland?
Glade Elementary is 214th of 879 and Monocacy Valley Montessori is unranked among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).