Serving 496 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 76% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- 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 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Glenarden Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenarden Woods Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#13 out of 1347 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
15%
23%
Black
60%
33%
White
13%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Glenarden Woods Elementary School's ranking?
Glenarden Woods Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% 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?
496 students attend Glenarden Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Glenarden Woods Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% 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 18:1, 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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