Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gaywood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 11% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaywood Elementary School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Gaywood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaywood Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1022 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
68%
23%
Black
25%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaywood Elementary School's ranking?
Gaywood Elementary School is ranked #1022 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Gaywood Elementary School often compared to?
Gaywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duval High School, Glenn Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Gaywood Elementary School?
506 students attend Gaywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gaywood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaywood Elementary School?
Gaywood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gaywood Elementary School offer ?
Gaywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gaywood Elementary School part of?
Gaywood Elementary School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
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