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#725 of 1,363 schools in MD
Lamont Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
7101 Good Luck Rd, New Carrollton, MD 20784
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#725 of 1,363
In New Carrollton
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#57 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Lamont Elementary
Lamont Elementary is a public elementary school in New Carrollton, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Lamont Elementary serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lamont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #725 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Lamont Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Lamont 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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Lamont Elementary — Students at Lamont Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
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: 4.6/10.
How Lamont Elementary Compares
See how Lamont 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
7101 Good Luck Rd, New Carrollton, MD 20784
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lamont Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dora Kennedy French Immersion (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Greenbelt), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRIENDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Landover Hills), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Carrollton, see our New Carrollton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Carroll Middle New Carrollton | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Robert Frost Elementary New Carrollton | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Carrollton Elementary New Carrollton | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| M&M LEARNING CENTER Lanham | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Parkdale High Riverdale | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Beacon Heights Elementary Riverdale | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| LANHAM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lanham Seabrook | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Magnolia Elementary Lanham | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Glenridge Elementary Landover Hills | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Eleanor Roosevelt High Greenbelt | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Woodridge Elementary Hyattsville | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| FRIENDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL College Park | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| William Wirt Middle Riverdale | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Landover Hills | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Dora Kennedy French Immersion Greenbelt | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Berwyn Heights Elementary Berwyn Heights | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Greenbelt Middle Greenbelt | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Landover Hills | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Hyattsville | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| James McHenry Elementary Lanham | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20784 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,599
Median Home Value
$356,500
Median Rent
$1,769/mo
Population
32,271
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Conowingo Elementary Conowingo, MD | 6.2 |
| Dr. Sally K. Ride Elementary Germantown, MD | 6.2 |
| Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School Newburg, MD | 6.2 |
| Fairland Elementary Silver Spring, MD | 6.2 |
| Halethorpe Elementary Halethorpe, MD | 6.2 |
| Longfellow Elementary Columbia, MD | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lamont Elementary
What grades does Lamont Elementary serve?
Lamont Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lamont Elementary?
Lamont Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lamont Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lamont Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lamont Elementary rank in MD?
Lamont Elementary ranks #725 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Lamont Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lamont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Lamont Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lamont Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lamont Elementary a charter school?
No, Lamont Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lamont Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lamont Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lamont Elementary?
89.8% of students at Lamont 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
- 461
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (301) 513-5205
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #57 of 194
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