Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vansville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vansville Elementary serves the northern part of Beltsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vansville Elementary School's student population of 677 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
677 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respectful, Organized, Accountable, and Ready to Learn
School Rankings
Vansville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vansville 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
#644 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vansville Elementary School's ranking?
Vansville Elementary School is ranked #644 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Vansville Elementary School often compared to?
Vansville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calverton Elementary School, Beltsville Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Vansville Elementary School?
677 students attend Vansville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Vansville Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vansville Elementary School?
Vansville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vansville Elementary School offer ?
Vansville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vansville Elementary School part of?
Vansville Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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