Serving 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rockledge 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockledge Elementary serves the northern part of Bowie, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rockledge Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rockledge 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 Rockledge Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#810 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
29%
24%
Black
46%
32%
White
14%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockledge Elementary School's ranking?
Rockledge Elementary School is ranked #810 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Rockledge Elementary School often compared to?
Rockledge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Bridge Elementary School, Whitehall 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Rockledge Elementary School?
319 students attend Rockledge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rockledge Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockledge Elementary School?
Rockledge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockledge Elementary School offer ?
Rockledge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockledge Elementary School part of?
Rockledge Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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