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#1150 of 1,363 schools in MD

Langley Park-mccormick Elementary

Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools

8201 15th Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20783

Enrollment

696

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,150 of 1,363

In Hyattsville

#9 of 13

public schools

In district

#148 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Langley Park-mccormick Elementary

4.5/10

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

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About Langley Park-mccormick Elementary

Langley Park-mccormick Elementary is a public elementary school in Hyattsville, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Langley Park-mccormick Elementary serves approximately 696 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Langley Park-mccormick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Langley Park-mccormick Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.8% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-19.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.3 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism13.1%

Langley Park-mccormick Elementary — Students at Langley Park-mccormick Elementary score 13% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (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
82%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
20%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
3%
ELA
18%
2025
Math
10.7%
ELA
15.8%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Langley Park-mccormick Elementary Compares

See how Langley Park-mccormick Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in MD
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

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

8201 15th Ave, Hyattsville, MD 20783

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Langley Park-mccormick Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Hampshire Estates Elem (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montgomery Knolls Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak View Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hyattsville, see our Hyattsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Carole Highlands Elementary Takoma Park 0.7 mi 4.8
Cool Spring Elementary Adelphi 0.7 mi 4.5
New Hampshire Estates Elem Silver Spring 0.7 mi 7.7
TAKOMA ACADEMY Takoma Park 0.7 mi 6.7
TAKOMA ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Silver Spring 0.7 mi 5.6
JoAnn Leleck at Broad Acres Elementary Silver Spring 1.1 mi 4.7
Mary Harris Mother Jones Elem Adelphi 0.9 mi 4.4
Rolling Terrace Elementary Takoma Park 0.9 mi 3.8
ST FRANCIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Silver Spring 1.1 mi 6.4
Montgomery Knolls Elementary Silver Spring 1.1 mi 7.7
DON BOSCO CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Takoma Park 1.3 mi 5.3
Adelphi Elementary Adelphi 1.2 mi 4.9
MOUNT JEZREEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring 1.4 mi
Lewisdale Elementary Hyattsville 1.5 mi 4.4
Oak View Elementary Silver Spring 1.4 mi 7.7
Cesar Chavez Elementary Hyattsville 1.7 mi 7.3
Roscoe R Nix Elementary Silver Spring 1.7 mi 6.0
Buck Lodge Middle Adelphi 1.6 mi 5.4
Eastern Middle Silver Spring 1.7 mi 8.5
GEORGE E PETERS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hyattsville 1.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20783 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,052

Median Home Value

$400,400

Median Rent

$1,701/mo

Population

50,893

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

41.3%

Avg Commute

37.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

32.4

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Arthur Middleton Elementary School Waldorf, MD 4.5
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School Baltimore, MD 4.5
Cool Spring Elementary Adelphi, MD 4.5
Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring, MD 4.5
Harford Hills Elementary Baltimore, MD 4.5
James McHenry Elementary Lanham, MD 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Langley Park-mccormick Elementary

What grades does Langley Park-mccormick Elementary serve?

Langley Park-mccormick Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Langley Park-mccormick Elementary?

Langley Park-mccormick Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 696 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Langley Park-mccormick Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Langley Park-mccormick Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Langley Park-mccormick Elementary rank in MD?

Langley Park-mccormick Elementary ranks #1,150 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Langley Park-mccormick Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Langley Park-mccormick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Langley Park-mccormick Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Langley Park-mccormick Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Langley Park-mccormick Elementary a charter school?

No, Langley Park-mccormick Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Langley Park-mccormick Elementary a Title I school?

No, Langley Park-mccormick Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Langley Park-mccormick Elementary?

91.7% of students at Langley Park-mccormick 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
59 Good Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
696
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.1%

District

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

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