Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Arbor 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 15% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Arbor Elementary serves the northern part of Bowie, MD, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of around 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Arbor Elementary School's student population of 593 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Arbor 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 Lake Arbor Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#825 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
31%
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Burgundy and Gold
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Arbor Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Arbor Elementary School is ranked #825 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lake Arbor Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Arbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsford Elementary School, Woodmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lake Arbor Elementary School?
593 students attend Lake Arbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lake Arbor Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Arbor Elementary School?
Lake Arbor Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Arbor Elementary School offer ?
Lake Arbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Arbor Elementary School part of?
Lake Arbor Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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