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University Park Elementary School

4315 Underwood St
Hyattsville, MD 20782
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, University Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 535 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Top 50% in MD
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

University Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

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Attribute

School Overview

University Park Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle

School Rankings

University Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Park Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#557 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
24%
27%
53%
45%
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
45%
23%
Black
25%
33%
White
22%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is University Park Elementary School's ranking?
University Park Elementary School is ranked #557 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend University Park Elementary School?
535 students attend University Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of University Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Park Elementary School?
University Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does University Park Elementary School offer ?
University Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is University Park Elementary School part of?
University Park Elementary School is part of Prince George's County 51爆料s.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 535 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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