Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Robert Goddard Montessori ranks in the top 30% 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 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 78% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Goddard Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Goddard Montessori's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert Goddard Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Goddard Montessori is 0.59, 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
#369 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
60%
33%
White
22%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
46%
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 Robert Goddard Montessori's ranking?
Robert Goddard Montessori is ranked #369 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Robert Goddard Montessori often compared to?
Robert Goddard Montessoriis often viewed alongside schools like Dora Kennedy French Immersion, Judith P. Hoyer Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Robert Goddard Montessori?
481 students attend Robert Goddard Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Robert Goddard Montessori students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Goddard Montessori?
Robert Goddard Montessori has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert Goddard Montessori offer ?
Robert Goddard Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Goddard Montessori part of?
Robert Goddard Montessori is part of Prince George's County School District.
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