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#973 of 1,363 schools in MD
Hillcrest Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
4305 22nd Pl, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#973 of 1,363
In Temple Hills
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#105 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
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Hillcrest Heights Elementary
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About Hillcrest Heights Elementary
Hillcrest Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Temple Hills, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Hillcrest Heights Elementary serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Hillcrest Heights Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Hillcrest Heights 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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Hillcrest Heights Elementary — Students at Hillcrest Heights Elementary score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
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: 5.2/10.
How Hillcrest Heights Elementary Compares
See how Hillcrest Heights 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
4305 22nd Pl, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Imagine Lincoln PCS (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley View Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oxon Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maya Angelou French Immersion (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temple Hills, see our Temple Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,160
Median Home Value
$355,600
Median Rent
$1,586/mo
Population
40,094
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Heights Elementary
What grades does Hillcrest Heights Elementary serve?
Hillcrest Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hillcrest Heights Elementary?
Hillcrest Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Heights 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 Hillcrest Heights Elementary rank in MD?
Hillcrest Heights Elementary ranks #973 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Hillcrest Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillcrest Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Hillcrest Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillcrest Heights Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hillcrest Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Hillcrest Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillcrest Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hillcrest Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillcrest Heights Elementary?
91.6% of students at Hillcrest Heights 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.5%
- Phone
- (301) 702-3800
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #105 of 194
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