Serving 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carole Highlands 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 98% 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: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carole Highlands Elementary serves the northwest part of Takoma Park, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carole Highlands Elementary School's student population of 544 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Carole Highlands 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 Carole Highlands Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1296 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)
12%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carole Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Carole Highlands Elementary School is ranked #1296 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carole Highlands Elementary School?
544 students attend Carole Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Carole Highlands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carole Highlands Elementary School?
Carole Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carole Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Carole Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carole Highlands Elementary School part of?
Carole Highlands Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Although these students arrive from homes with very limited means, they are multicultural, intelligent, motivated and well-behaved. The teachers have high expectations for the academic, social and emotional success of the students, and are nurturing and supportive. Instruction is customized to the individual needs of each student, especially in reading, writing and mathematics skills. Science, social studies and health topics are integrated into reading.
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