Serving 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edward M. Felegy 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edward M. Felegy Elementary School serves the northwest part of Hyattsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School's student population of 641 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission Edward M. Felegy Elementary School specializes in arts-integrated instruction that creates a pathway to ensure all students are college and career ready, and contributing well-rounded members of society.
School Rankings
Edward M. Felegy 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 Edward M. Felegy Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#971 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward M. Felegy Elementary School's ranking?
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School is ranked #971 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Edward M. Felegy Elementary School?
641 students attend Edward M. Felegy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Edward M. Felegy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward M. Felegy Elementary School?
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edward M. Felegy Elementary School offer ?
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edward M. Felegy Elementary School part of?
Edward M. Felegy Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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