CARMODY HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Carmody Hills Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Capitol Heights, MD with about 433 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 25 teachers, Carmody Hills Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Carmody Hills Elementary School is a public school serving the Capitol Heights community in Prince George’s County, Maryland. As part of the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience for students in prekindergarten through fifth grade. Located on Jadeleaf Avenue, the school serves as a local hub for neighborhood families, focusing on student growth, social-emotional development, and the mastery of core subjects like reading, mathematics, and science.

The school’s mission aligns with the broader PGCPS goal of fostering a supportive learning environment that prepares children for the rigors of middle school and beyond. Carmody Hills emphasizes the importance of community involvement and maintains a curriculum that adheres to state standards to ensure academic progress. By integrating various extracurricular opportunities and maintaining communication with parents, the school aims to create a stable and encouraging atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can develop the essential skills needed for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Carmody Hills Elementary at (301) 808-8180 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.