Below Average
#1174 of 1,363 schools in MD
Princeton Elementary
Elementary School · Prince George's County Public Schools
6101 Baxter Dr, Suitland, MD 20746
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#1,174 of 1,363
In Suitland
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#159 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
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About Princeton Elementary
Princeton Elementary is a public elementary school in Suitland, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Princeton Elementary serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Princeton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,174 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Princeton Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Princeton 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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Princeton Elementary — Students at Princeton Elementary score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
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: 3.5/10.
How Princeton Elementary Compares
See how Princeton 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
6101 Baxter Dr, Suitland, MD 20746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Princeton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfields Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Forestville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imagine Foundations at Morningside PCS (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Morningside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin D. Foulois Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Morningside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Suitland, see our Suitland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EVANGEL ASSEMBLY DAYCARE Temple Hills | 0.5 mi | — |
| FROM THE HEART CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suitland | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Imagine Andrews Public Charter Andrews Afb | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Benjamin D. Foulois Academy Morningside | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Imagine Foundations at Morningside PCS Morningside | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Thurgood Marshall Middle Temple Hills | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Andrew Jackson Academy Forestville | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| James Madison Middle Forestville | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Allenwood Elementary Temple Hills | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Francis T. Evans Elementary Clinton | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| William Beanes Elementary Suitland | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Samuel P. Massie Academy Forestville | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| James Ryder Randall Elementary Clinton | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| James Ryder Randall E C C Clinton | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Crossland High Temple Hills | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| THE MESSIAH ACADEMY Temple Hills | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Stephen Decatur Middle Clinton | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Longfields Elementary Forestville | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA HIGH SCHOOL Forestville | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Suitland High Suitland | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,391
Median Home Value
$325,000
Median Rent
$1,735/mo
Population
27,494
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
33.5%
Avg Commute
36.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apple Grove Elementary Fort Washington, MD | 4.3 |
| Avalon Elementary Fort Washington, MD | 4.3 |
| Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary Baltimore, MD | 4.3 |
| FATHER ANDREW WHITE SJ SCHOOL Leonardtown, MD | 4.3 |
| Lexington Park Elementary Lexington Park, MD | 4.3 |
| Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Princeton Elementary
What grades does Princeton Elementary serve?
Princeton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Princeton Elementary?
Princeton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Princeton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Princeton Elementary is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Princeton Elementary rank in MD?
Princeton Elementary ranks #1,174 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Princeton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Princeton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Princeton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Princeton Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Princeton Elementary a charter school?
No, Princeton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Princeton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Princeton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Princeton Elementary?
89.6% of students at Princeton 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
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.2%
- Phone
- (301) 702-7650
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #159 of 194
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