Serving 767 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Calverton 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 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 96% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calverton Elementary serves the northern part of Beltsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calverton Elementary School's student population of 767 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calverton 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 Calverton Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1063 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Royal Blue, and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calverton Elementary School's ranking?
Calverton Elementary School is ranked #1063 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Calverton Elementary School often compared to?
Calverton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vansville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Calverton Elementary School?
767 students attend Calverton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Calverton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calverton Elementary School?
Calverton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calverton Elementary School offer ?
Calverton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calverton Elementary School part of?
Calverton Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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