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#625 of 1,363 schools in MD
Top 46% in state
High Bridge Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
7011 High Bridge Rd, Bowie, MD 20720
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#625 of 1,363
In Bowie
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#41 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About High Bridge Elementary
High Bridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Bowie, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. High Bridge Elementary serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. High Bridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #625 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for High Bridge Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at High Bridge 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
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High Bridge Elementary — Students at High Bridge Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.7/10.
How High Bridge Elementary Compares
See how High Bridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7011 High Bridge Rd, Bowie, MD 20720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering High Bridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heather Hills Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yorktown Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodmore Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bowie, see our Bowie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Bowie | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bowie | 1.2 mi | — |
| Rockledge Elementary Bowie | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Whitehall Elementary Bowie | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Woodmore Elementary Bowie | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Bowie | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MATTHEW'S EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Bowie | 1.6 mi | — |
| Tulip Grove Elementary Bowie | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Bowie High Bowie | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Samuel Ogle Middle Bowie | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Chapel Forge E C C Bowie | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| REID TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Glenn Dale | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Bowie | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Benjamin Tasker Middle Bowie | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Yorktown Elementary Bowie | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BELAIR BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bowie | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Glenn Dale Elementary Glenn Dale | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Kenilworth Elementary Bowie | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| WASHINGTON NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Mitchellville | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Heather Hills Elementary Bowie | 3.2 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,976
Median Home Value
$545,800
Median Rent
$3,162/mo
Population
26,243
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
93.8%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Academy Forestville, MD | 6.6 |
| Arbutus Elementary Baltimore, MD | 6.6 |
| Carroll Manor Elementary Adamstown, MD | 6.6 |
| Fountain Rock Elementary Hagerstown, MD | 6.6 |
| Fruitland Intermediate Fruitland, MD | 6.6 |
| Judith A. Resnik Elementary Gaithersburg, MD | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about High Bridge Elementary
What grades does High Bridge Elementary serve?
High Bridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend High Bridge Elementary?
High Bridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at High Bridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at High Bridge Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does High Bridge Elementary rank in MD?
High Bridge Elementary ranks #625 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is High Bridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
High Bridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 High Bridge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, High Bridge Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is High Bridge Elementary a charter school?
No, High Bridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is High Bridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, High Bridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for High Bridge Elementary?
66.1% of students at High Bridge 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (301) 805-2690
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #41 of 194
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