Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Mchenry 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% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James McHenry Elementary serves the northern part of Lanham, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Mchenry Elementary School's student population of 610 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Mchenry 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 James Mchenry Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1159 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
76%
24%
Black
21%
32%
White
2%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Mchenry Elementary School's ranking?
James Mchenry Elementary School is ranked #1159 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are James Mchenry Elementary School often compared to?
James Mchenry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Johnson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend James Mchenry Elementary School?
610 students attend James Mchenry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of James Mchenry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Mchenry Elementary School?
James Mchenry Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Mchenry Elementary School offer ?
James Mchenry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James Mchenry Elementary School part of?
James Mchenry Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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