Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Berwyn 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 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berwyn Heights Elementary serves the northern part of College Park, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berwyn Heights Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Berwyn 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 Berwyn Heights Elementary School is 0.48, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berwyn Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Berwyn 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 Berwyn Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Berwyn Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbelt Elementary School, Hollywood Elementary School, Paint Branch 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 Berwyn Heights Elementary School?
421 students attend Berwyn Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Berwyn Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berwyn Heights Elementary School?
Berwyn Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berwyn Heights Elementary School offer ?
Berwyn Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berwyn Heights Elementary School part of?
Berwyn Heights Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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