FRANCIS SCOTT KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Francis Scott Key Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in District Heights, MD with about 490 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 40 teachers, Francis Scott Key Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Francis Scott Key Elementary School, located in District Heights, Maryland, is a public school operating under the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. The school serves a diverse student population in the local community, focusing on foundational academic development from pre-kindergarten through the elementary grade levels. As part of the larger PGCPS system, the school follows the district’s core curriculum, which is designed to meet Maryland’s state educational standards while emphasizing literacy, mathematics, and social development.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school functions as a community hub that prioritizes a supportive learning environment. Like many schools in the district, Francis Scott Key Elementary integrates technology into the classroom and encourages parental involvement to foster student success. Its location on Scott Key Drive places it within a residential area of District Heights, making it an accessible neighborhood school that aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond by promoting both scholastic achievement and character development.

For more information, contact Francis Scott Key Elementary at (301) 817-7970 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.