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Perrywood Elementary

Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools

501 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#946 of 1,363

In Upper Marlboro

#7 of 16

public schools

In district

#94 of 194

Prince George's County Public Schools

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Perrywood Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Upper Marlboro · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Perrywood Elementary

Perrywood Elementary is a public elementary school in Upper Marlboro, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Perrywood Elementary serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Perrywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #946 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for Perrywood Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.4% (2025 MCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.7% (2025 MCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,789
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Perrywood Elementary — Students at Perrywood Elementary score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
30.2% (2025 MCAP)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (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
88%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
54%
2025
Math
20.4%
ELA
53.7%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Perrywood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in MD
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

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

501 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Perrywood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Phyllis E. Williams Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Seabrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDIFIED CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arrowhead Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Upper Marlboro, see our Upper Marlboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVERDALE BAPTIST SCHOOL Upper Marlboro 1.0 mi 6.3
Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS Upper Marlboro 1.5 mi 5.3
EDIFIED CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Upper Marlboro 1.4 mi 6.5
Kingsford Elementary Mitchellville 1.8 mi 4.7
Kettering Middle Upper Marlboro 1.6 mi 7.3
DIVINE PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo 1.7 mi 4.4
Kettering Elementary Upper Marlboro 1.7 mi 3.6
Largo High Upper Marlboro 1.9 mi 5.3
International High school @ Largo Upper Marlboro 1.9 mi 6.5
Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC Largo 2.5 mi 9.5
Lake Arbor Elementary Mitchellville 2.8 mi 4.2
Barack Obama Elementary Upper Marlboro 3.4 mi 4.9
Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High Upper Marlboro 3.4 mi 4.7
Ernest Everett Just Middle Mitchellville 2.9 mi 6.3
Phyllis E. Williams Elementary Seabrook 3.0 mi 8.8
WASHINGTON NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Mitchellville 4.0 mi 6.7
Pointer Ridge Elementary Bowie 3.4 mi 6.1
WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mitchellville 3.6 mi 6.8
C. Elizabeth Rieg Mitchellville 3.7 mi 3.3
Arrowhead Elementary Upper Marlboro 3.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,392

Median Home Value

$439,500

Median Rent

$2,213/mo

Population

52,221

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

36.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

41.9

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Harlem Park Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 5.3
Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS Upper Marlboro, MD 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Perrywood Elementary

What grades does Perrywood Elementary serve?

Perrywood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Perrywood Elementary?

Perrywood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Perrywood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Perrywood Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Perrywood Elementary rank in MD?

Perrywood Elementary ranks #946 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is Perrywood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Perrywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Perrywood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Perrywood Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Perrywood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Perrywood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Perrywood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

57.6% of students at Perrywood 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

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

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