Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carmody Hills 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 20-24% (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 Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Carmody Hills Elementary School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Carmody Hills 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 Carmody Hills Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1140 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
39%
23%
Black
57%
33%
White
3%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Carmody Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Carmody Hills Elementary School is ranked #1140 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Carmody Hills Elementary School?
396 students attend Carmody Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Carmody Hills Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmody Hills Elementary School?
Carmody Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carmody Hills Elementary School offer ?
Carmody Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carmody Hills Elementary School part of?
Carmody Hills Elementary School is part of Prince George's County Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Carmody Hills Elementary School located?
Carmody Hills Elementary School is located in the Pepper Mill Village neighborhood of Capitol Heights, MD.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025Very calm and welcoming climate. The staff appears to genuine in their commitment to educating all students.Review Carmody Hills Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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Very calm and welcoming climate. The staff appears to genuine in their commitment to educating all students.
Review Carmody Hills Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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