Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Forestville 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Forestville Elementary serves the northwest part of District Heights, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Forestville Elementary School's student population of 271 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
North Forestville 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 North Forestville Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1088 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
54%
24%
Black
43%
32%
White
2%
31%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 North Forestville Elementary School's ranking?
North Forestville Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are North Forestville Elementary School often compared to?
North Forestville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like District Heights Elementary School, Capitol Heights 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend North Forestville Elementary School?
271 students attend North Forestville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Forestville Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Forestville Elementary School?
North Forestville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Forestville Elementary School offer ?
North Forestville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Forestville Elementary School part of?
North Forestville Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I have viewed the violence among youth from kindergarten & higher (having temper tantrums, throwing furniture, vulgar screaming, hitting & kicking teachers). Very under educated, and the school is run down, holes in ceilings & has no clean water fountains for the children. I WOULD BE FEARFUL FOR MY CHILD TO ATTEND HERE!!!!! NO child left behind AT LEAST MAKE SURE THEY ARE EDUCATED!! JUST TERRIBLE!!!
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