Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carole Highlands 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 2% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carole Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carole Highlands Elementary School's student population of 535 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carole Highlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carole Highlands Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1325 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
92%
23%
Black
4%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carole Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Carole Highlands Elementary School is ranked #1325 out of 1,347 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carole Highlands Elementary School?
535 students attend Carole Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carole Highlands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carole Highlands Elementary School?
Carole Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carole Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Carole Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carole Highlands Elementary School part of?
Carole Highlands Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2012
Although these students arrive from homes with very limited means, they are multicultural, intelligent, motivated and well-behaved. The teachers have high expectations for the academic, social and emotional success of the students, and are nurturing and supportive. Instruction is customized to the individual needs of each student, especially in reading, writing and mathematics skills. Science, social studies and health topics are integrated into reading.
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