Summary:
The 20748 zip code area of Prince George's County, Maryland is home to 10 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. While the schools in this area generally struggle academically, with most performing below the state averages in math and English language arts proficiency, a few standout schools stand out for their strong performance.
The top performers in the area are the two public magnet schools, Maya Angelou French Immersion and Overlook Elementary, which have significantly higher proficiency rates in math and English language arts compared to the county and state averages. In contrast, Thurgood Marshall Middle and Benjamin Stoddert Middle have the lowest proficiency rates among the schools in the area.
The schools in this zip code serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, with high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Chronic absenteeism rates are also high across all schools, suggesting significant equity challenges that may be impacting student learning and achievement. While Crossland High has academic performance below the state average, it stands out with a higher graduation rate and lower dropout rate compared to the Prince George's County average.
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