Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hyattsville 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hyattsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hyattsville Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Hyattsville 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 Hyattsville Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#878 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
56%
23%
Black
23%
33%
White
16%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Hyattsville Elementary School's ranking?
Hyattsville Elementary School is ranked #878 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hyattsville Elementary School often compared to?
Hyattsville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hyattsville Elementary School?
421 students attend Hyattsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hyattsville Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hyattsville Elementary School?
Hyattsville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hyattsville Elementary School offer ?
Hyattsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hyattsville Elementary School part of?
Hyattsville Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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