Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vansville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vansville Elementary School's student population of 669 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Respectful, Organized, Accountable, and Ready to Learn
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Vansville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vansville Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#644 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
32%
23%
Black
51%
33%
White
4%
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
56%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Prince George's County Public Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vansville Elementary School's ranking?
Vansville Elementary School is ranked #644 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Vansville Elementary School often compared to?
Vansville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calverton Elementary School, Beltsville Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Vansville Elementary School?
669 students attend Vansville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Vansville Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vansville Elementary School?
Vansville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vansville Elementary School offer ?
Vansville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vansville Elementary School part of?
Vansville Elementary School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
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