Serving 516 students in grades 2-5, Glenarden Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenarden Woods Elementary serves the northern part of Lanham, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenarden Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glenarden Woods Elementary School's student population of 516 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Glenarden Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenarden Woods Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#9 out of 1338 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenarden Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Glenarden Woods Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Glenarden Woods Elementary School often compared to?
Glenarden Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heather Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Glenarden Woods Elementary School?
516 students attend Glenarden Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Glenarden Woods Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenarden Woods Elementary School?
Glenarden Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenarden Woods Elementary School offer ?
Glenarden Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glenarden Woods Elementary School part of?
Glenarden Woods Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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