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#1161 of 1,363 schools in MD

Mt Rainier Elementary

Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools

4011 32nd St, Mt. Rainier, MD 20712

Enrollment

285

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,161 of 1,363

In Mt. Rainier

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#152 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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4.4/10

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

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About Mt Rainier Elementary

Mt Rainier Elementary is a public elementary school in Mt. Rainier, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Mt Rainier Elementary serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Mt Rainier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,161 of 1,363 schools in MD. Structured state assessment records for Mt Rainier Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Mt Rainier 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.7% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.2% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.9 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Mt Rainier Elementary — Students at Mt Rainier Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.7% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
11.7%
ELA
24.2%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Mt Rainier Elementary Compares

See how Mt Rainier Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in MD
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

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

4011 32nd St, Mt. Rainier, MD 20712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Rainier Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burroughs ES (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward M. Felegy ES (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hyattsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hyattsville Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hyattsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mt. Rainier, see our Mt. Rainier schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomas S. Stone Elementary Mt. Rainier 0.5 mi 5.6
Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Middle Washington 0.7 mi 7.4
Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary Washington 0.7 mi 7.0
Perry Street Preparatory PCS Washington 0.9 mi 5.7
The Sojourner Truth School PCS Washington 0.9 mi 9.4
Burroughs ES Washington 0.9 mi 8.6
LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Washington 0.9 mi
Langdon ES Washington 1.2 mi 5.6
The Children's Guild DC PCS Washington 1.4 mi 5.5
Bunker Hill ES Washington 1.2 mi 6.2
ST ANSELM'S ABBEY SCHOOL Washington 1.3 mi 6.1
ST JEROME ACADEMY Hyattsville 1.4 mi 5.6
Edward M. Felegy ES Hyattsville 1.7 mi 8.1
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Academy PCS Washington 1.4 mi 5.9
Nicholas Orem Middle Hyattsville 1.8 mi 6.6
Hyattsville Elementary Hyattsville 1.5 mi 7.4
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS Washington 1.4 mi 6.0
Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland Washington 1.5 mi 7.1
Hyattsville Middle Hyattsville 1.8 mi 5.7
DEMATHA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hyattsville 1.7 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,452

Median Home Value

$531,100

Median Rent

$1,442/mo

Population

9,179

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

23.3%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.9

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Abbottston Elementary Baltimore, MD 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Rainier Elementary

What grades does Mt Rainier Elementary serve?

Mt Rainier Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mt Rainier Elementary?

Mt Rainier Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Rainier Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Rainier Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt Rainier Elementary rank in MD?

Mt Rainier Elementary ranks #1,161 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Mt Rainier Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Rainier Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Mt Rainier Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Rainier Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mt Rainier Elementary a charter school?

No, Mt Rainier Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mt Rainier Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mt Rainier Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt Rainier Elementary?

70.9% of students at Mt Rainier 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
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

District

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

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