Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Park 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Park Elementary serves the northwest part of Hyattsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Park Elementary School's student population of 210 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Park 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 Highland Park Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#1228 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
21%
24%
Black
78%
32%
White
1%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Park Elementary School is ranked #1228 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Highland Park Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Elementary School?
210 students attend Highland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Highland Park Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park Elementary School?
Highland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Park Elementary School offer ?
Highland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Park Elementary School part of?
Highland Park Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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