Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Towns Elementary serves the northwest part of Bladensburg, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically travel 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Towns Elementary School's student population of 747 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port Towns 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 Port Towns Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1289 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Panther
Source: 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 #1289 out of 1,338 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Port Towns Elementary School?
747 students attend Port Towns Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Port Towns Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% 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-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Towns Elementary School part of?
Port Towns Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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