Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carrollton 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 33% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrollton Elementary serves the northern part of Hyattsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carrollton Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
539 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
At Carrollton Elementary School, my mission is to come to school daily, on time, with a peaceful, positive, and productive attitude about learning; to do my best to learn; and to do things that allow others to learn.
School Rankings
Carrollton 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 Carrollton 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
#1012 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)
33%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
65%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrollton Elementary School's ranking?
Carrollton Elementary School is ranked #1012 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Carrollton Elementary School often compared to?
Carrollton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Carroll Middle School, Cooper Lane 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 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carrollton Elementary School?
539 students attend Carrollton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Carrollton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrollton Elementary School?
Carrollton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carrollton Elementary School offer ?
Carrollton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carrollton Elementary School part of?
Carrollton Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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