The top reported proficiency rate is 32% in English language arts. The lowest is 15% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Lewisdale Elementary
Lewisdale Elementary serves students from prekindergarten through fifth grade as a regular public school in Hyattsville, Maryland, within the Prince George’s County Public Schools system. The school sits in an urban suburb of Washington, D.C., a community that has seen substantial redevelopment in recent years around the Arts District and the Hyattsville Crossing Metro area, with new housing, retail, and transit connections.
The student body is large for an elementary school, with enrollment that reflects the surrounding neighborhood. The composition is predominantly Hispanic, with a smaller share of Black students and very small numbers of White, Asian, and other racial groups represented. A large majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals, a measure of household economic need that is higher than many schools in the region. Data on students with disabilities and English learners were not available; a parent may wish to ask the school directly about its special education and multilingual learner programs, as those can shape the support a child receives.
State assessment results from the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program, covering grades three through five in English language arts and math, and grade five in science, show that proficiency rates are low overall. In math, the share of students scoring at the proficient or above level is below one-fifth at each tested grade. English language arts performance varies more by grade: the fourth-grade rate is notably higher than third or fifth grade, though still below half of students. Science proficiency in fifth grade is similarly low. Because the data covers only the most recent year, there is no trend line to indicate whether the school is improving or declining. A parent considering Lewisdale may want to explore what academic intervention and enrichment programs are in place to support students, particularly in math, where the results are weakest.
The school does not serve high school grades, so no graduation rate is reported. Other measures such as chronic absenteeism, discipline, and course access were not available in the data, which limits a full picture of the school environment.
The housing market in the area reflects Hyattsville’s position as a commuter suburb close to Washington, D.C. Home values and rents have risen over time, and the cost of housing relative to income is a consideration for families. The city’s walkable historic district, trail network, and Metro access make it attractive to residents who want a compact, transit-oriented setting. The broader Prince George’s County district has recently approved a budget increase directed toward teacher salaries and student supports and has launched a district-wide literacy initiative adopting evidence-based reading curriculum. A boundary review was conducted in 2024, with changes proposed for a future school year, which could affect school assignments for some families.
Lewisdale Elementary offers a prekindergarten through fifth grade program in a diverse, high-needs community. Academic achievement on state assessments is below average across subjects, a reality that prospective parents should weigh alongside the school’s size, its location in a redeveloping urban suburb, and the district’s ongoing investments in literacy and staffing. Without additional data on student support services and school climate, a direct conversation with the school or visits to observe classrooms would be a reasonable next step for families trying to determine the right fit.
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