J. C. PARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
J. C. Parks Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Charles County Public Schools school district, located in Indian Head, MD with about 728 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 43 teachers, J. C. Parks Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
J. C. Parks Elementary School, located in Indian Head, Maryland, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Charles County Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, the faculty and staff aim to provide students with the foundational skills necessary for success in their future educational endeavors while promoting a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect among its diverse student body.
Beyond its academic offerings, J. C. Parks Elementary is deeply integrated into the Indian Head area, often serving as a hub for student-centered activities and community involvement. The school places a significant focus on collaboration between educators, parents, and the broader community to ensure that every student has access to the resources and support needed to thrive. With a mission rooted in excellence and personal development, the school strives to prepare its students to become responsible, life-long learners and active contributors to society.
For more information, contact J. C. Parks Elementary School at (301) 375-7444 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Indian Head, MD 20640
(301) 375-7444
http://www2.ccboe.com/parks
J. C. PARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Indian Head, MD with about 728 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Charles County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 728
- Teachers:
- 43.33
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 728 students
- Black or African American
- 67.2%
- White
- 11.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.2%
- Two or more races
- 8.8%
- Asian
- 2.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
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.