JOHN H. BAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John H. Bayne 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 459 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 27 teachers, John H. Bayne 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.

John H. Bayne Elementary School, located in Capitol Heights, Maryland, is a public school serving students within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and science. By utilizing the district’s standardized curriculum, the school strives to meet the diverse needs of its student population while preparing them for the transition to middle school.

Beyond its academic focus, John H. Bayne Elementary places significant value on community engagement and the holistic development of its students. The school actively encourages parental involvement and maintains a structured classroom setting designed to promote both character development and social-emotional growth. Through various school-wide initiatives and staff dedication, the institution seeks to cultivate a safe, inclusive learning space where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best and contribute positively to their local community.

For more information, contact John H. Bayne Elementary at (301) 499-7020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.