Serving 346 students in grades 2-5, Heather Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heather Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heather Hills Elementary School's student population of 346 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heather Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heather Hills Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#66 out of 1347 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
71%
33%
White
11%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heather Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Heather Hills Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Heather Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Heather Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenarden Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Heather Hills Elementary School?
346 students attend Heather Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Heather Hills Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heather Hills Elementary School?
Heather Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heather Hills Elementary School offer ?
Heather Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Heather Hills Elementary School part of?
Heather Hills Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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