GLADYS NOON SPELLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Cheverly, MD with about 606 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 39 teachers, Gladys Noon Spellman 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.

Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary School, located in the town of Cheverly, Maryland, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. The school is named in honor of Gladys Noon Spellman, a trailblazing politician who served as a U.S. Representative for Maryland’s 5th congressional district and was a dedicated advocate for education and disability rights. Reflecting its namesake’s commitment to public service, the school focuses on fostering an inclusive environment that supports the academic and social development of its diverse student body.

As part of the PGCPS system, the school follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum while integrating resources aimed at meeting the unique needs of its learners. The school’s physical location in Cheverly places it in a residential setting, allowing it to act as a neighborhood hub where faculty, staff, and families collaborate to support student success. Through a variety of programs and school activities, Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary emphasizes foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development, aiming to prepare its young students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary at (301) 925-1944 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.