Serving 930 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Port Towns 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 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Towns Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Port Towns Elementary School's student population of 930 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Towns Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Towns Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1310 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
68%
21%
Black
31%
33%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Towns Elementary School's ranking?
Port Towns Elementary School is ranked #1310 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Port Towns Elementary School?
930 students attend Port Towns Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Port Towns Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Towns Elementary School?
Port Towns Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Towns Elementary School offer ?
Port Towns Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Towns Elementary School part of?
Port Towns Elementary School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.
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