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Fort Washington Forest Elementary

Summary:

Fort Washington Forest Elementary is a public elementary school in Fort Washington, Maryland, serving 364 students in grades PK-6 as part of the Prince George's County Public Schools district.

While the school has a diverse student population with a higher percentage of African American and Hispanic students compared to the state average, it has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Maryland elementary schools over the past 10 years. Fort Washington Forest Elementary's academic performance on state assessments is below the state and district averages, particularly in mathematics. The school also has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. However, the school has maintained a relatively low student-teacher ratio compared to nearby schools.

When compared to nearby schools in the same district, such as Rose Valley Elementary and Indian Queen Elementary, Fort Washington Forest Elementary generally performs below the average, with lower proficiency rates in both mathematics and English language arts. The school faces significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its diverse student population, with factors such as resource allocation, teacher quality, and school climate potentially contributing to its underperformance.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 1300 Fillmore Rd
       Fort Washington, MD  20744-2935

(301) 203-1123

District: Prince George's County Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
490th of 859 Maryland Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $19,933 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  14.0 Help
Number of students:  364

Racial breakdown:

African American:
54.9%
Hispanic:
35.4%
White:
4.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  59.9% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Fort Washington Forest Elementary ranks worse than 57% of elementary schools in Maryland. It also ranks 29th among 137 ranked elementary schools in the Prince George's County Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 34.55. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (54.9%), Hispanic (35.4%), White (4.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 59.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Fort Washington Forest Elementary is 14. 72 elementary schools in the Prince George's County Public Schools District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Fort Washington Forest Elementary is $19,933, which is the 55th highest among 137 elementary schools in the Prince George's County Public Schools District.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Fort Washington Forest Elementary was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Prince George's County Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Prince George's County Public Schools 22nd of 25 Maryland school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Fort Washington Forest Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Fort Washington Forest Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 65.38 315th 803 60.8%
2005 68.16 271st 805 66.3%
2006 67.35 287th 804 64.3%
2007 58.09 383rd 818 53.2%
2008 51.19 473rd 838 43.6%
2009 43.45 556th 850 34.6%
2010 13.29 808th 855 5.5%
2011 16.78 754th 853 11.6%
2012 26.89 692nd 857 19.3%
2013 33.17 616th 847 27.3%
2014 27.37 690th 867 20.4%
2015 32.33 553rd 859 35.6%
2016 37.26 508th 845 39.9%
2017 24.25 623rd 847 26.4%
2018 25.32 614th 857 28.4%
2019 24.59 608th 853 28.7%
2021 38.47 381st 802 52.5%
2022 45.28 433rd 862 49.8%
2023 42.93 430th 855 49.7%
2024 34.55 490th 859 43.0%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Fort Washington Forest Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 26.80 457th 546 16.3%
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Rank History for Female students at Fort Washington Forest Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 42.76 347th 796 56.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Fort Washington Forest Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 21.89 587th 788 25.5%
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Rank History for African American students at Fort Washington Forest Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 53.19 152nd 504 69.8%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Fort Washington Forest Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MD State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 50.52 99th 347 71.5%
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Data source: test scores: Maryland State Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Open Quote First, let me state that I am not a teacher or administrator of this school or any school. I am the parent of a 2nd grade student and I am proud that my son attends Fort Washington Forest. The primary issue with this school (as with many schools) is lack of parental involvement. Often, parents send their children to school and expect strangers to do what they refuse to do at home! Studies have shown that students who's parents are actively involved in the educational process excel above those students who's parents are not involved. If your child's test scores aren't high then first look to yourself as a parent and then look to the school . The administration is very customer focused from Ms. Brown in the front office to Mr. Bloyce the principal and all the teachers in between. If you plan to send your child to this school do so with the intent to make both the school and your child better by being involved. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Fort Washington Forest Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 160 370 36 1 1 n/a n/a 0 568
1990 141 389 43 4 1 n/a n/a 0 578
1991 138 374 41 2 2 n/a n/a 0 557
1992 123 354 38 1 3 n/a n/a 0 519
1993 113 379 38 2 5 n/a n/a 0 537
1994 102 406 44 5 5 n/a n/a 0 562
1995 66 423 47 8 5 n/a n/a 0 549
1996 66 423 47 8 5 n/a n/a 0 549
1997 64 422 47 8 4 n/a n/a 0 545
1998 56 440 48 11 7 n/a n/a 0 562
1999 47 415 47 18 6 n/a n/a 0 533
2000 42 419 47 21 14 n/a n/a 0 543
2001 36 427 39 13 7 n/a n/a 0 522
2002 16 373 23 17 10 n/a n/a 0 439
2003 16 373 23 17 10 n/a n/a 0 439
2004 13 344 25 15 6 n/a n/a 0 403
2005 7 250 18 10 4 n/a n/a 0 289
2006 8 208 17 7 2 n/a n/a 0 242
2007 6 178 11 18 2 n/a n/a 0 215
2008 11 170 12 21 3 n/a n/a 0 217
2009 12 152 7 19 1 n/a n/a 0 191
2010 8 288 12 39 3 n/a n/a 0 350
2011 14 245 10 30 2 2 10 0 313
2012 10 196 7 27 0 0 13 0 253
2013 6 194 7 31 0 0 13 0 251
2014 5 175 4 36 1 1 17 0 239
2015 3 165 6 34 0 1 16 0 225
2016 5 201 7 41 0 1 7 0 262
2017 3 214 8 50 1 2 7 0 285
2018 10 205 17 63 1 2 6 0 304
2019 9 184 16 73 0 2 4 0 288
2020 18 183 11 79 0 1 3 0 295
2021 14 208 9 110 1 0 3 0 345
2022 17 207 10 116 3 1 5 0 359
2023 15 200 9 129 3 2 6 0 364

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Fort Washington Forest Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 568 27.1 20.9 n/a
1990 578 28.0 20.6 5.5
1991 557 26.4 21.0 6.1
1992 519 25.1 20.6 9.1
1993 537 25.9 20.7 8.8
1994 562 26.8 21.0 10.7
1995 549 25.1 21.9 14
1996 549 25.1 21.9 14
1997 545 23.9 22.8 15.4
1998 562 23.7 23.7 16.2
1999 533 23.7 22.5 28
2000 543 25.5 21.3 26.3
2001 522 24.4 21.4 30.3
2002 439 23.4 18.8 31.2
2003 439 23.4 18.8 31.2
2004 403 21.1 19.1 29
2005 289 16.0 18.1 36.3
2006 242 13.0 18.6 33.1
2007 215 17.0 12.6 36.3
2008 217 19.2 11.3 36.4
2009 191 16.7 11.4 40.8
2010 350 20.2 17.2 46.6
2011 313 19.6 15.9 47.3
2012 253 17.8 14.2 46.6
2013 251 15.8 15.8 47.8
2014 239 16.0 14.9 60.3
2015 225 16.0 14.0 60.9
2016 262 17.0 15.4 61.5
2017 285 18.5 15.3 62.8
2018 304 19.8 15.3 57.2
2019 288 22.8 12.6 60.4
2020 295 19.8 14.8 51.9
2021 345 22.5 15.3 54.2
2022 359 26.0 13.8 42.9
2023 364 26.0 14.0 59.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Fort Washington Forest Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 568 27.1 20.9 n/a
1990 578 28.0 20.6 5.5
1991 557 26.4 21.0 6.1
1992 519 25.1 20.6 9.1
1993 537 25.9 20.7 8.8
1994 562 26.8 21.0 10.7
1995 549 25.1 21.9 14
1996 549 25.1 21.9 14
1997 545 23.9 22.8 15.4
1998 562 23.7 23.7 16.2
1999 533 23.7 22.5 28
2000 543 25.5 21.3 26.3
2001 522 24.4 21.4 30.3
2002 439 23.4 18.8 31.2
2003 439 23.4 18.8 31.2
2004 403 21.1 19.1 29
2005 289 16.0 18.1 36.3
2006 242 13.0 18.6 33.1
2007 215 17.0 12.6 36.3
2008 217 19.2 11.3 36.4
2009 191 16.7 11.4 40.8
2010 350 20.2 17.2 46.6
2011 313 19.6 15.9 47.3
2012 253 17.8 14.2 46.6
2013 251 15.8 15.8 47.8
2014 239 16.0 14.9 60.3
2015 225 16.0 14.0 60.9
2016 262 17.0 15.4 61.5
2017 285 18.5 15.3 62.8
2018 304 19.8 15.3 57.2
2019 288 22.8 12.6 60.4
2020 295 19.8 14.8 51.9
2021 345 22.5 15.3 54.2
2022 359 26.0 13.8 42.9
2023 364 26.0 14.0 59.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Fort Washington Forest Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $340 (2.0%) $16,830 (98.0%) $17,170
2020 $326 (2.1%) $15,048 (97.9%) $15,374
2021 $612 (3.9%) $15,218 (96.1%) $15,830
2022 $1,613 (8.2%) $18,144 (91.8%) $19,757
2023 $1,608 (8.1%) $18,325 (91.9%) $19,933

Data source: Maryland Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Fort Washington Forest Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 608th of 853 Elementary schoolsRanks 430th of 855 Elementary schools
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Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students288364
 26.4%
African American184200
 8.7%
American Indian03
Asian169
 43.8%
Hispanic73129
 76.7%
Pacific Islander22
White915
 66.7%
Two or More Races46
 50%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients60.4%59.9%
 0.5%

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Students at Fort Washington Forest Elementary are 55% African American, 35% Hispanic, 4% White, 2% Asian, 2% Two or more races.

Fort Washington Forest Elementary ranks 490th of 859 Maryland elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 364 students attended Fort Washington Forest Elementary.


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