Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Arbor 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 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Arbor Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lake Arbor Elementary School's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Arbor Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Arbor Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#881 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
91%
33%
White
1%
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
66%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Arbor Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Arbor Elementary School is ranked #881 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Lake Arbor Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Arbor Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsford Elementary School, Woodmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Lake Arbor Elementary School?
555 students attend Lake Arbor Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lake Arbor Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Arbor Elementary School?
Lake Arbor Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Arbor Elementary School offer ?
Lake Arbor Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Arbor Elementary School part of?
Lake Arbor Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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