Berkshire Elementary School serves 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
98%
33%
White
n/a
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Berkshire Elementary School?
278 students attend Berkshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Berkshire Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkshire Elementary School?
Berkshire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkshire Elementary School offer ?
Berkshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Berkshire Elementary School part of?
Berkshire Elementary School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools School District.
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