Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Queen Elementary School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Queen Elementary serves the southwest part of Fort Washington, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 0.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Queen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Indian Queen Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Queen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Queen Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#633 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
43%
24%
Black
39%
32%
White
6%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Queen Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Queen Elementary School is ranked #633 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Indian Queen Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Queen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Foote Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Indian Queen Elementary School?
235 students attend Indian Queen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Indian Queen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Queen Elementary School?
Indian Queen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Indian Queen Elementary School offer ?
Indian Queen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Indian Queen Elementary School part of?
Indian Queen Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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