Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Templeton 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 13% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Templeton Elementary serves the northern part of the Hyattsville, MD school district, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Templeton Elementary School's student population of 646 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
646 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Templeton 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 Templeton Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1022 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
27%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
13%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Templeton Elementary School's ranking?
Templeton Elementary School is ranked #1022 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Templeton Elementary School often compared to?
Templeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Heights Elementary School, Riverdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Templeton Elementary School?
646 students attend Templeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Templeton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Templeton Elementary School?
Templeton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Templeton Elementary School offer ?
Templeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Templeton Elementary School part of?
Templeton Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
In what neighborhood is Templeton Elementary School located?
Templeton Elementary School is located in the Riverdale neighborhood of Hyattsville, MD.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Teachers are supportive and dedicated to students and communicating with families. My daughter was challenged and grew a lot. She was also encouraged to excel and go above what was expected of her. Distance learning was difficult during the last two months of school because of the pandemic, but we made sure our daughter attended every day and she passed all her classes! My daughter has life goals for her future and her goals and dreams were encouraged. I am hoping 5th grade will start with distance learning since the COVID is still an issue.
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