J. FRANK DENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J. Frank Dent Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Fort Washington, MD with about 326 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 23 teachers, J. Frank Dent Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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. Frank Dent Elementary School, located in Fort Washington, Maryland, is a public school serving students within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. Named after a prominent local educator, the school functions as a foundational academic hub for the community, focusing on providing a comprehensive elementary education that prepares students for middle school success. The school emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive learning environment designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

As part of the PGCPS system, the school benefits from district-wide resources, including standardized instructional programs, extracurricular activities, and support services aimed at student development. The school’s physical location on Corning Avenue places it centrally within the Fort Washington area, allowing it to act as a focal point for neighborhood engagement. Parents and guardians interested in specific school performance data, enrollment procedures, or current academic initiatives can utilize the official school website or the PGCPS district portal to access the most up-to-date information regarding school calendars and policies.

For more information, contact J. Frank Dent Elementary at (301) 702-3850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.