BERWYN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Berwyn Heights Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Berwyn Heights, MD with about 484 students offering grade levels from 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 36 teachers, Berwyn Heights 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.

Berwyn Heights Elementary School, located in Berwyn Heights, Maryland, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. Situated on Pontiac Street, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. As a neighborhood school, it plays a vital role in connecting families and educators, working to prepare students for success in their middle school years and beyond by focusing on core academic standards and holistic development.

Beyond the classroom, Berwyn Heights Elementary is known for its commitment to inclusive education and community involvement. The school typically offers a variety of programs and extracurricular opportunities designed to enrich the student experience, ranging from arts and music to technology integration. By maintaining close ties with the surrounding Prince George’s County community and leveraging resources from the PGCPS district, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational foundation that addresses the diverse needs of its student population.

For more information, contact Berwyn Heights Elementary at (240) 684-6210 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.