Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Andrew Jackson Academy 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrew Jackson Academy serves the west part of District Heights, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrew Jackson Academy's student population of 458 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Andrew Jackson Academy 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 Andrew Jackson Academy 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
#1310 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Jackson Academy's ranking?
Andrew Jackson Academy is ranked #1310 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Andrew Jackson Academy often compared to?
Andrew Jackson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Samuel P. Massie Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Andrew Jackson Academy?
458 students attend Andrew Jackson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Andrew Jackson Academy students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew Jackson Academy?
Andrew Jackson Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrew Jackson Academy offer ?
Andrew Jackson Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andrew Jackson Academy part of?
Andrew Jackson Academy is part of Prince George's County School District.
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