Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Paint Branch 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paint Branch Elementary serves the northwest part of College Park, MD, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paint Branch Elementary School's student population of 488 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paint Branch 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 Paint Branch Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#875 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
49%
24%
Black
16%
32%
White
11%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bee
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paint Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Paint Branch Elementary School is ranked #875 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Paint Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Paint Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berwyn Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Paint Branch Elementary School?
488 students attend Paint Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Paint Branch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paint Branch Elementary School?
Paint Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paint Branch Elementary School offer ?
Paint Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paint Branch Elementary School part of?
Paint Branch Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
In what neighborhood is Paint Branch Elementary School located?
Paint Branch Elementary School is located in the Lakeland neighborhood of College Park, MD.
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