Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. 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 6% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower 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 97% 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-6
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School's student population of 631 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are the Tigers Roaring to Success!
School Rankings
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. 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 Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1173 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
62%
23%
Black
34%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
44%
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
What is Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School's ranking?
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School is ranked #1173 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School often compared to?
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenarden Woods Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School?
631 students attend Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School?
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School offer ?
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School part of?
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
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