Serving 580 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas S. Stone 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas S. Stone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thomas S. Stone Elementary School's student population of 580 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
580 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
Navy and White
School Rankings
Thomas S. Stone 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 Thomas S. Stone Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1223 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
75%
24%
Black
20%
32%
White
3%
31%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas S. Stone Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas S. Stone Elementary School is ranked #1223 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Thomas S. Stone Elementary School?
580 students attend Thomas S. Stone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Thomas S. Stone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas S. Stone Elementary School?
Thomas S. Stone Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas S. Stone Elementary School offer ?
Thomas S. Stone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas S. Stone Elementary School part of?
Thomas S. Stone Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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