Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Beacon Heights 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 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beacon Heights Elementary serves the northern part of Riverdale, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beacon Heights Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beacon Heights 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 Beacon Heights Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#855 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
78%
24%
Black
13%
32%
White
5%
31%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Maryland Box Turtle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Beacon Heights Elementary School is ranked #855 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Beacon Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Beacon Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Templeton Elementary School, Riverdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Beacon Heights Elementary School?
342 students attend Beacon Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Beacon Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon Heights Elementary School?
Beacon Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beacon Heights Elementary School offer ?
Beacon Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beacon Heights Elementary School part of?
Beacon Heights Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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