Serving 781 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Templeton 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 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Templeton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Templeton Elementary School's student population of 781 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Templeton 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 Templeton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1135 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
58%
23%
Black
14%
33%
White
5%
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
86%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Templeton Elementary School's ranking?
Templeton Elementary School is ranked #1135 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Templeton Elementary School often compared to?
Templeton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beacon Heights Elementary School, Riverdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Templeton Elementary School?
781 students attend Templeton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Templeton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Templeton Elementary School?
Templeton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Templeton Elementary School offer ?
Templeton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Templeton Elementary School part of?
Templeton Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
In what neighborhood is Templeton Elementary School located?
Templeton Elementary School is located in the Riverdale neighborhood of Hyattsville, MD.
School Reviews
4 7/6/2020
Teachers are supportive and dedicated to students and communicating with families. My daughter was challenged and grew a lot. She was also encouraged to excel and go above what was expected of her. Distance learning was difficult during the last two months of school because of the pandemic, but we made sure our daughter attended every day and she passed all her classes! My daughter has life goals for her future and her goals and dreams were encouraged. I am hoping 5th grade will start with distance learning since the COVID is still an issue.
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