Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, University Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Park Elementary School's student population of 538 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
538 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Park Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
49%
24%
Black
22%
32%
White
21%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
538 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of University Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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