Colin L Powell Academy serves 1,661 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colin L Powell Academy's student population of 1,661 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Colin L Powell Academy is 0.60, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
37%
24%
Black
52%
32%
White
4%
31%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Colin L Powell Academy?
1,661 students attend Colin L Powell Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Colin L Powell Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colin L Powell Academy?
Colin L Powell Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colin L Powell Academy offer ?
Colin L Powell Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Colin L Powell Academy part of?
Colin L Powell Academy is part of Prince George's County School District.
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