Summary:
The city of Upper Marlboro, Maryland is home to 16 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Prince George's County Public Schools district. While the district as a whole is ranked 22 out of 25 in Maryland and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, a few standout schools in the area are outperforming their peers.
The Chesapeake Math and IT South Public Charter school has the highest proficiency rates in both math and English language arts across all grades, with 69.8% of 10th graders proficient in ELA compared to 45.1% for the district and 55.3% for the state. Similarly, Mattaponi Elementary has significantly higher proficiency rates in both subjects, with 33% of students proficient in math and 52.8% in ELA, compared to 10.8% and 36.1% for the district, respectively. The Frederick Douglass High school also stands out, with the highest ELA proficiency rates among the high schools at 62.3% of 10th graders and all grades proficient.
However, the data also reveals stark disparities in academic performance across the district, with some schools significantly outperforming others. This suggests that factors such as socioeconomic status and school model (e.g., magnet or charter schools) may play a significant role in student outcomes. Additionally, some schools, like Dr. Henry A. Wise Junior High and Largo High, have seen their rankings and ratings decline over time, indicating a need for improvement within the district.
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