Serving 680 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dora Kennedy French Immersion ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dora Kennedy French Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dora Kennedy French Immersion's student population of 680 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Dora Kennedy French Immersion ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dora Kennedy French Immersion is 0.54, 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
#264 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
65%
33%
White
18%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Dora Kennedy French Immersion's ranking?
Dora Kennedy French Immersion is ranked #264 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Dora Kennedy French Immersion?
680 students attend Dora Kennedy French Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dora Kennedy French Immersion students are Black, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora Kennedy French Immersion?
Dora Kennedy French Immersion has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dora Kennedy French Immersion offer ?
Dora Kennedy French Immersion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dora Kennedy French Immersion part of?
Dora Kennedy French Immersion is part of Prince George's County School District.
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