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Ardmore Elementary

Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools

9301 Ardwick Ardmore Rd, Springdale, MD 20774

Enrollment

466

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#902 of 1,363

In Springdale

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#85 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Ardmore Elementary

5.5/10

Elementary School in Springdale · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Ardmore Elementary

Ardmore Elementary is a public elementary school in Springdale, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Ardmore Elementary serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ardmore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #902 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Ardmore Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism20.8%

Ardmore Elementary — Students at Ardmore Elementary score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
19.7%
ELA
33.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.

How Ardmore Elementary Compares

See how Ardmore Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in MD
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9301 Ardwick Ardmore Rd, Springdale, MD 20774

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ardmore Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenarden Woods Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lanham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Legends Public Charter School (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lanham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SHABACH! CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Landover), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Springdale, see our Springdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Charles Herbert Flowers High Springdale 0.6 mi 5.7
SHABACH! CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Landover 0.7 mi 6.4
GENESIS CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Glenarden 0.7 mi
WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mitchellville 1.4 mi 6.8
Kenmoor Middle Landover 1.2 mi 7.6
Kenmoor Early Childhood Center Landover 1.2 mi 5.6
Templeton Elementary Landover 1.3 mi 4.6
Glenarden Woods Elementary Lanham 1.2 mi 9.2
James McHenry Elementary Lanham 1.7 mi 4.5
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary Glenarden 1.4 mi 4.9
Thomas Johnson Middle Lanham 1.9 mi 6.1
HIGH ROAD ACADEMY OF PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY Lanham 1.9 mi 5.4
Legends Public Charter School Lanham 2.0 mi 6.7
Dodge Park Elementary Landover 1.6 mi 4.0
THE ACADEMY OF SAINT MATTHIAS THE APOSTLE Lanham Seabrook 2.1 mi 6.4
Ernest Everett Just Middle Mitchellville 2.1 mi 6.3
FOUNDATION LEARNING CENTER THE Landover 2.2 mi 6.2
Seabrook Elementary Seabrook 2.3 mi 5.0
William Paca Elementary Landover 2.1 mi 5.5
Lake Arbor Elementary Mitchellville 2.3 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,392

Median Home Value

$439,500

Median Rent

$2,213/mo

Population

52,221

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

36.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ardmore Elementary

What grades does Ardmore Elementary serve?

Ardmore Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ardmore Elementary?

Ardmore Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ardmore Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Ardmore Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ardmore Elementary rank in MD?

Ardmore Elementary ranks #902 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Ardmore Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ardmore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ardmore Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ardmore Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ardmore Elementary a charter school?

No, Ardmore Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ardmore Elementary a Title I school?

No, Ardmore Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ardmore Elementary?

77.0% of students at Ardmore Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

District

Prince George's County Public Schools
District Enrollment
131,310
Schools in District
199
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,789
District Rank
#85 of 194

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