Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Benjamin D. Foulois Academy ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
540 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Rankings
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy 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 Benjamin D. Foulois Academy is 0.15, 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
#516 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)9.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin D. Foulois Academy's ranking?
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy is ranked #516 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Benjamin D. Foulois Academy often compared to?
Benjamin D. Foulois Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Accokeek Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Benjamin D. Foulois Academy?
540 students attend Benjamin D. Foulois Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Benjamin D. Foulois Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin D. Foulois Academy?
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benjamin D. Foulois Academy offer ?
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin D. Foulois Academy part of?
Benjamin D. Foulois Academy is part of Prince George's County School District.
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