Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodmore 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 33% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodmore Elementary serves the northeastern part of Bowie, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Woodmore Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodmore 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 Woodmore Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#449 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
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 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodmore Elementary School's ranking?
Woodmore Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Woodmore Elementary School often compared to?
Woodmore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsford Elementary School, Lake Arbor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Woodmore Elementary School?
402 students attend Woodmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Woodmore Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodmore Elementary School?
Woodmore Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodmore Elementary School offer ?
Woodmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodmore Elementary School part of?
Woodmore Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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