Melwood Elementary
531 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Melwood Elementary School, located on Woodyard Road in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is a public school serving the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. As part of the PGCPS system, Melwood follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for middle school transitions and long-term academic success, with a focus on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.
Beyond its classroom instruction, Melwood Elementary is known for its commitment to creating a nurturing atmosphere where diverse student backgrounds are valued. The school actively works to involve parents and the local community in the educational process, offering various programs and initiatives to enhance student learning. By utilizing the resources provided by the PGCPS district and maintaining a focus on school-wide initiatives, Melwood strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement needed to reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.
Beyond its classroom instruction, Melwood Elementary is known for its commitment to creating a nurturing atmosphere where diverse student backgrounds are valued. The school actively works to involve parents and the local community in the educational process, offering various programs and initiatives to enhance student learning. By utilizing the resources provided by the PGCPS district and maintaining a focus on school-wide initiatives, Melwood strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement needed to reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.
531
Total Students
38.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic | 166 |
| Black | 327 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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Black327 (61.6%)
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Hispanic166 (31.3%)
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White16 (3.0%)
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Two or More10 (1.9%)
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Asian7 (1.3%)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.8%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Prince George's County Public Schools |
| Phone: | (301)599-2500 |
| Website: | http://www.pgcps.org/melwood/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 531 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 38.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 312 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 50 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
80
Grade 1
85
Grade 2
99
Grade 3
95
Grade 4
95
Grade 5
77
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 80 |
| Grade 1 | 85 |
| Grade 2 | 99 |
| Grade 3 | 95 |
| Grade 4 | 95 |
| Grade 5 | 77 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 267 | 50.3% |
| Male | 264 | 49.7% |
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