INDIAN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Indian Head Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Charles County Public Schools school district, located in Indian Head, MD with about 470 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Indian Head Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Indian Head Elementary School, located in Indian Head, Maryland, is a public school serving students in Charles County. As part of the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) system, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. The school serves a diverse student body, focusing on foundational education in core subjects like literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to participate in extracurricular activities that promote social and emotional well-being.

The school is deeply integrated into the small, tight-knit community of Indian Head. Its curriculum is aligned with state standards, and the faculty utilizes modern instructional strategies to prepare students for middle school and beyond. By prioritizing parent and guardian involvement, the school aims to create a partnership between home and the classroom, ensuring that every student receives the support necessary to thrive. For those looking for current calendars, staff directories, or specific policy information, the school’s official portal through the Charles County Public Schools website serves as the primary resource for families and community members.

For more information, contact Indian Head Elementary School at (301) 743-5454 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4200 Indian Head Hwy
Indian Head, MD 20640
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INDIAN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Indian Head, MD with about 470 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
470
Teachers:
31.42
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 470 students

Black or African American
53.4%
White
24.7%
Two or more races
11.1%
Hispanic/Latino
8.9%
Asian
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.