PAINT BRANCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Paint Branch Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in College Park, MD with about 370 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 47 teachers, Paint Branch Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

Paint Branch Elementary School, located in College Park, Maryland, is a public school serving the local community within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on academic achievement, character development, and the social-emotional growth of its students. By integrating classroom instruction with community engagement, the school strives to prepare its diverse student body for future educational success and lifelong learning.

As part of the PGCPS system, the school follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum standards, which emphasize literacy, mathematics, and science. Paint Branch Elementary places a strong value on parent and community partnerships, often utilizing its website to provide resources, keep families informed about school events, and share information regarding district-wide initiatives. The school’s location in College Park positions it within a vibrant area, allowing for potential collaborative opportunities with local organizations and the surrounding community to enhance the overall student experience.

For more information, contact Paint Branch Elementary at (301) 513-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.