Summary:
The 20746 zip code area of Suitland, Maryland is home to 6 schools, including 5 elementary schools and 1 high school, all part of the Prince George's County Public Schools district. While the schools face challenges common to economically disadvantaged areas, one school, Benjamin D. Foulois Academy, stands out with its strong academic performance, ranking in the top 40% of Maryland elementary schools.
The data reveals significant performance gaps between the schools and state/district averages, particularly in mathematics. For example, the percentage of students proficient or better in math ranged from just 5.7% at Suitland Elementary to 36.4% at Benjamin D. Foulois Academy, compared to the state average of 24.1%. This suggests the need for targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes at the lower-performing schools, such as William Beanes Elementary and Princeton Elementary.
The data also highlights the success of the magnet program at Benjamin D. Foulois Academy, which outperforms the other elementary schools in the area. This suggests that the additional resources and opportunities provided by the magnet program may be contributing to the school's stronger academic performance. However, the high concentrations of economically disadvantaged and minority students across the schools raise questions about educational equity and the distribution of resources within the Prince George's County Public Schools district.
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