Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William Paca 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 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 95% 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-5
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Paca Elementary serves the northern part of Hyattsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Paca Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Integrating communication and technology to prepare students for the 21st Century
School Rankings
William Paca 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 William Paca Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#842 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Green
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Paca Elementary School's ranking?
William Paca Elementary School is ranked #842 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend William Paca Elementary School?
563 students attend William Paca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of William Paca Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Paca Elementary School?
William Paca Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Paca Elementary School offer ?
William Paca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Paca Elementary School part of?
William Paca Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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