Below Average
#1162 of 1,363 schools in MD
North Forestville Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
2311 Ritchie Rd, Forestville, MD 20747
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,162 of 1,363
In Forestville
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#153 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
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North Forestville Elementary
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About North Forestville Elementary
North Forestville Elementary is a public elementary school in Forestville, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. North Forestville Elementary serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Forestville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,162 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for North Forestville Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at North Forestville 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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North Forestville Elementary — Students at North Forestville Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
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: 5.1/10.
How North Forestville Elementary Compares
See how North Forestville 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
2311 Ritchie Rd, Forestville, MD 20747
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Forestville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfields Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imagine Foundations at Morningside PCS (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Morningside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin D. Foulois Academy (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Morningside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Forestville, see our Forestville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Longfields Elementary Forestville | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA HIGH SCHOOL Forestville | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| John H. Bayne Elementary Capitol Heights | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Walker Mill Middle Capitol Heights | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| District Heights Elementary District Heights | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| James Madison Middle Forestville | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| H Winship Wheatley E C C Capitol Heights | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Francis Scott Key Elementary District Heights | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Imagine Foundations at Morningside PCS Morningside | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Central High Capitol Heights | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Arrowhead Elementary Upper Marlboro | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Benjamin D. Foulois Academy Morningside | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Concord Elementary District Heights | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Samuel P. Massie Academy Forestville | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Academy Forestville | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Doswell E. Brooks Elementary Capital Heights | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Carmody Hills Elementary Capitol Heights | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Suitland High Suitland | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| FROM THE HEART CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suitland | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Drew-Freeman Middle District Heights | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,931
Median Home Value
$325,400
Median Rent
$1,635/mo
Population
37,924
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
39.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-Ashburton Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD | 4.4 |
| Marlton Elementary Upper Marlboro, MD | 4.4 |
| Mt Rainier Elementary Mt. Rainier, MD | 4.4 |
| ST STEPHEN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Kingsville, MD | 4.4 |
| THE LAMB OF GOD SCHOOL Halethorpe, MD | 4.4 |
| Abbottston Elementary Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Forestville Elementary
What grades does North Forestville Elementary serve?
North Forestville Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend North Forestville Elementary?
North Forestville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Forestville Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Forestville Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Forestville Elementary rank in MD?
North Forestville Elementary ranks #1,162 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is North Forestville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Forestville 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 North Forestville Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Forestville Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Forestville Elementary a charter school?
No, North Forestville Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Forestville Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Forestville Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Forestville Elementary?
80.5% of students at North Forestville 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
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (301) 499-7098
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #153 of 194
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