Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John H. Bayne 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John H. Bayne Elementary serves the northern part of Capitol Heights, MD, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
John H. Bayne Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
339 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
John H. Bayne 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 John H. Bayne 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
#1250 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. 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)31.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John H. Bayne Elementary School's ranking?
John H. Bayne Elementary School is ranked #1250 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are John H. Bayne Elementary School often compared to?
John H. Bayne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Imagine Foundations At Morningside Pcs, Imagine Andrews Public Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend John H. Bayne Elementary School?
339 students attend John H. Bayne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of John H. Bayne Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John H. Bayne Elementary School?
John H. Bayne Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does John H. Bayne Elementary School offer ?
John H. Bayne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John H. Bayne Elementary School part of?
John H. Bayne Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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