Below Average
#1072 of 1,363 schools in MD
Melwood Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
7100 Woodyard Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,072 of 1,363
In Upper Marlboro
#11 of 16
public schools
In district
#127 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Melwood Elementary
Melwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Upper Marlboro, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Melwood Elementary serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Melwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,072 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Melwood Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Melwood 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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Melwood Elementary — Students at Melwood Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
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: 4.5/10.
How Melwood Elementary Compares
See how Melwood 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
7100 Woodyard Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfields Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Forestville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imagine Foundations at Morningside PCS (rated 8.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Morningside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin D. Foulois Academy (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Morningside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upper Marlboro, see our Upper Marlboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,576
Median Home Value
$443,500
Median Rent
$2,045/mo
Population
52,768
College Educated
45.6%
Homeownership
89.6%
Avg Commute
39.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
42
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| Campfield Early Childhood Center Baltimore, MD | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melwood Elementary
What grades does Melwood Elementary serve?
Melwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Melwood Elementary?
Melwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Melwood Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melwood Elementary rank in MD?
Melwood Elementary ranks #1,072 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Melwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Melwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Melwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Melwood Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Melwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Melwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Melwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melwood Elementary?
67.3% of students at Melwood 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
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (301) 599-2500
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #127 of 194
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