Serving 804 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Springhill Lake 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 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 97% 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: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Springhill Lake Elementary serves the northern part of Greenbelt, MD, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Springhill Lake Elementary School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
804 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Springhill Lake 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 Springhill Lake Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#1234 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
55%
24%
Black
40%
32%
White
3%
31%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springhill Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Springhill Lake Elementary School is ranked #1234 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Springhill Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Springhill Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbelt Elementary School, Adelphi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Springhill Lake Elementary School?
804 students attend Springhill Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Springhill Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Springhill Lake Elementary School?
Springhill Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Springhill Lake Elementary School offer ?
Springhill Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Springhill Lake Elementary School part of?
Springhill Lake Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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