Prince George's County Public Schools


Summary:

The Prince George's County Public Schools district encompasses 197 schools, including 144 elementary schools, 24 middle schools, 25 high schools, and 4 alternative schools, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district faces significant challenges, ranking 22nd out of 25 in Maryland and earning a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While the district as a whole struggles, some standout schools shine, such as Heather Hills Elementary, ranked 11th out of 859 Maryland elementary schools with 5 out of 5 stars, and Glenarden Woods Elementary, ranked 1st out of 859 Maryland elementary schools, also with 5 out of 5 stars. The Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC is another high-performing school, ranked 8th out of 146 Maryland high schools with 5 out of 5 stars. However, the district's average proficiency rates in English language arts (36.1%) and mathematics (10.8%) lag significantly behind the state averages of 48.4% and 24.1%, respectively.

Chronic absenteeism, at an average of 34.8% across all schools, and the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (72.8%) suggest that many students in the district face socioeconomic challenges that may impact their educational experiences and outcomes. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to improve academic performance and ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students in the Prince George's County Public Schools district.

District Detail

 14201 School Lane
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

 (301) 952-6000

SchoolDigger Rank:
22nd of 25 Maryland districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 131,310

Primary Schools: 144
Middle Schools: 24
High Schools: 25
Alternative Schools: 6
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Maryland State Department of Education.

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