PORT TOWNS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Port Towns Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Bladensburg, MD with about 1,150 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 74 teachers, Port Towns 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.

Port Towns Elementary School is located in Bladensburg, Maryland, and is part of the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system. Serving a diverse community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive primary education that emphasizes foundational academic skills, student engagement, and character development. The school works to create a supportive learning environment, often leveraging its location near the nation's capital to integrate community resources and provide students with a well-rounded educational experience.

As an institution within the PGCPS district, Port Towns Elementary follows state-mandated curriculum standards while offering various programs designed to support student growth, including literacy initiatives, mathematics instruction, and enrichment opportunities. The school is committed to fostering a strong partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Bladensburg community to ensure students are prepared for success in middle school and beyond. For the most current information regarding school calendars, academic programs, and administrative policies, stakeholders are encouraged to visit their official website at [www.pgcps.org/~ptowns](http://www.pgcps.org/~ptowns).

For more information, contact Port Towns Elementary at (301) 985-1480 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.