OAKLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oaklands Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Laurel, MD with about 412 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, Oaklands Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Oaklands Elementary School is a public school located in Laurel, Maryland, operating under the jurisdiction of the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system. Serving students in the Laurel community, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes academic achievement, social-emotional development, and personal growth. The school focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects while encouraging students to become critical thinkers and engaged members of their local community.

The school emphasizes a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the wider community to support student success. Through its connection to the PGCPS district, Oaklands Elementary utilizes standardized curricula and resources designed to meet state educational requirements while providing various programs aimed at enriching the student experience. As a neighborhood school, it prioritizes a welcoming atmosphere and strives to prepare its diverse student body for middle school and future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Oaklands Elementary at (301) 497-3110 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.