Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bladensburg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bladensburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bladensburg Elementary School's student population of 712 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Bladensburg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bladensburg Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#950 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
74%
23%
Black
21%
33%
White
4%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bladensburg Elementary School's ranking?
Bladensburg Elementary School is ranked #950 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bladensburg Elementary School?
712 students attend Bladensburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Bladensburg Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bladensburg Elementary School?
Bladensburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bladensburg Elementary School offer ?
Bladensburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bladensburg Elementary School part of?
Bladensburg Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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