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#1172 of 1,363 schools in MD

Avalon Elementary

Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools

7302 Webster Ln, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,172 of 1,363

In Fort Washington

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#157 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Avalon Elementary

4.3/10

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

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About Avalon Elementary

Avalon Elementary is a public elementary school in Fort Washington, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Avalon Elementary serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Avalon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,172 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Avalon Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Avalon Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.8% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-11.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism37.4%

Avalon Elementary — Students at Avalon Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.9% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
18.7%
ELA
26.8%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Avalon Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
14th percentile in MD
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

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

7302 Webster Ln, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Avalon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Imagine Lincoln PCS (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Temple Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Ft. Washington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Oxon Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Washington, see our Fort Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE MESSIAH ACADEMY Temple Hills 0.6 mi 5.5
Crossland High Temple Hills 0.7 mi 5.7
Allenwood Elementary Temple Hills 1.0 mi 4.8
Samuel Chase Elementary Temple Hills 1.4 mi 3.7
Apple Grove Elementary Fort Washington 1.1 mi 4.3
Tayac Elementary Fort Washington 1.5 mi 3.9
Thurgood Marshall Middle Temple Hills 1.3 mi 5.6
J. Frank Dent Elementary Fort Washington 1.7 mi 5.4
James Ryder Randall Elementary Clinton 1.6 mi 4.6
James Ryder Randall E C C Clinton 1.6 mi 5.6
Barnaby Manor Elementary Oxon Hill 2.1 mi 5.0
MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL DAY SCHOOL Ft. Washington 2.0 mi 7.4
Clinton Grove Elementary Clinton 2.3 mi 6.3
EVANGEL ASSEMBLY DAYCARE Temple Hills 2.1 mi
Excel Academy Public Charter Fort Washington 2.0 mi 5.7
Stephen Decatur Middle Clinton 2.1 mi 7.2
NATIONAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ft. Washington 2.1 mi 5.8
Benjamin Stoddert Middle Temple Hills 2.7 mi 5.7
Valley View Elementary Oxon Hill 2.3 mi 7.1
Imagine Lincoln PCS Temple Hills 2.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,838

Median Home Value

$418,100

Median Rent

$1,751/mo

Population

56,236

College Educated

35.6%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

43.9

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School Rating
Apple Grove Elementary Fort Washington, MD 4.3
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FATHER ANDREW WHITE SJ SCHOOL Leonardtown, MD 4.3
Lexington Park Elementary Lexington Park, MD 4.3
Princeton Elementary Suitland, MD 4.3
Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Avalon Elementary

What grades does Avalon Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Avalon Elementary?

Avalon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Avalon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Avalon Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Avalon Elementary rank in MD?

Avalon Elementary ranks #1,172 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Avalon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Avalon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Avalon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Avalon Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Avalon Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Avalon Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

71.5% of students at Avalon 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
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

District

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

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