Serving 591 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 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrollton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carrollton Elementary School's student population of 591 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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 0.53, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
61%
23%
Black
31%
33%
White
6%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
591 students attend Carrollton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Carrollton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrollton Elementary School?
Carrollton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than 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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