Summary:
The city of Cheverly, Maryland has only one public elementary school, Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary, which serves grades PK-6 with an enrollment of 483 students. The school's student population is diverse, with a majority of African American and Hispanic students, and faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with 87.16% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Academically, Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary has consistently underperformed, with test scores in both mathematics and English language arts significantly below the state and district averages. The school has received a 1-star or 2-star rating from SchoolDigger in recent years, indicating a need for improvement in student achievement. Despite the relatively high spending per student of $16,045, the school's resources may not be effectively utilized or targeted to the specific needs of its diverse student population.
Overall, the single school in Cheverly, Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary, faces significant challenges in serving its high-poverty, diverse student population and improving academic outcomes. The school's performance suggests a need for a comprehensive review of resource allocation, instructional practices, and targeted interventions to support the success of all students, in collaboration with the Prince George's County Public Schools district.
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