EDWARD M. FELEGY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Edward M. Felegy ES 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 820 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 65 teachers, Edward M. Felegy ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Edward M. Felegy Elementary School, located in Hyattsville, Maryland, is a vibrant educational institution within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system. The school is widely recognized for its unique identity as an Arts-Integrated school. By weaving music, visual arts, theater, and dance into the core curriculum, Felegy aims to foster critical thinking, creativity, and deeper engagement among its students. This specialized approach is designed to help children make interdisciplinary connections, ensuring that academic subjects like math and science are taught through a lens of artistic expression.

Beyond its academic focus, Edward M. Felegy is deeply integrated into the surrounding Editors Park community, serving as a hub for local families. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment that caters to a diverse student population. With a dedicated faculty and a commitment to nurturing the "whole child," the school emphasizes not only rigorous academic achievement but also social-emotional development. Through its emphasis on creativity and collaborative learning, Felegy strives to prepare its students to be innovative problem-solvers in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact Edward M. Felegy ES at (301) 386-1610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.