Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Robert R. Gray 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 9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 94% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert R. Gray Elementary serves the northwest part of Capitol Heights, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert R. Gray Elementary School's student population of 375 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
WE SOAR TO ACHIEVE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE.
School Rankings
Robert R. Gray 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 Robert R. Gray Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#985 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert R. Gray Elementary School's ranking?
Robert R. Gray Elementary School is ranked #985 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Robert R. Gray Elementary School?
375 students attend Robert R. Gray Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Robert R. Gray Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert R. Gray Elementary School?
Robert R. Gray Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert R. Gray Elementary School offer ?
Robert R. Gray Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert R. Gray Elementary School part of?
Robert R. Gray Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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