Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Columbia Park 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 3% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 20%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Columbia Park Elementary School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Columbia Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,343 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Park Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1181 out of 1343 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
20%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
44%
21%
Black
50%
33%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Park Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia Park Elementary School is ranked #1181 out of 1,343 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Columbia Park Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodge Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 20% MD state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% MD state average).
How many students attend Columbia Park Elementary School?
525 students attend Columbia Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Columbia Park Elementary School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Columbia Park Elementary School?
Columbia Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Columbia Park Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Park Elementary School part of?
Columbia Park Elementary School is part of Prince George''s County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/8/2024
it's just the best It is not better than my old school I'm still in 4th grade in Ms. Odike's class the best.
5 3/30/2020
So far I like the school, my daughter likes her teacher, she is learning, and she likes going to school. The staff are friendly and professional. I like it so far.
5 10/5/2018
I love this school my daughters first year Ms. Alexander is the best teacher My daughter had thanks! Ms Parker also Ms Ford are the best teacher my sister ever had thanks you guys so much
5 10/14/2017
Friendly and well mannered staff.....my kids improved academically and no discrimination
2 10/8/2015
This is the worst school ever. The teachers are horrible, they are like children themselves. They belittle and humiliate children. My child went there for two years before I even knew who the Principle were. They are not organized and their technics of teaching is ridiculous.
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