RIDGECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ridgecrest Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Hyattsville, MD with about 692 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 51 teachers, Ridgecrest Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Ridgecrest Elementary School, located in Hyattsville, Maryland, is a public school serving the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. Situated on Riggs Road, the school functions as a community hub for the local neighborhood, providing core academic instruction from pre-kindergarten through the fifth grade. As part of a large and diverse school district, Ridgecrest is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and social development to prepare students for middle school and beyond.

The school’s focus aligns with the broader mission of the PGCPS system, which prioritizes academic excellence, equity, and parent engagement. Like many schools in the Hyattsville area, Ridgecrest works to address the needs of a multicultural student body, offering resources that aim to bridge achievement gaps and encourage holistic growth. Families interested in specific school performance data, upcoming events, or instructional programs can access further information through the school’s official page on the PGCPS district website.

For more information, contact Ridgecrest Elementary at (301) 853-0820 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.