Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cesar Chavez Elementary serves the northwest part of Hyattsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most zone edges located about 0.7 miles away and the furthest edge extending to 1.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cesar Chavez Elementary School's student population of 355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cesar Chavez Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar Chavez Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#473 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
69%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
15%
31%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cesar Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is ranked #473 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Cesar Chavez Elementary School often compared to?
Cesar Chavez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa L. Parks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
355 students attend Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cesar Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cesar Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cesar Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cesar Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar Chavez Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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