Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northview 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 32% (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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northview Elementary serves the northeast part of Bowie, MD, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northview Elementary School's student population of 587 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northview 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 Northview Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1073 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
16%
24%
Black
71%
32%
White
7%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview Elementary School's ranking?
Northview Elementary School is ranked #1073 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Northview Elementary School often compared to?
Northview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pointer Ridge Elementary 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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Northview Elementary School?
587 students attend Northview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Northview Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northview Elementary School?
Northview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northview Elementary School offer ?
Northview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northview Elementary School part of?
Northview Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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