School Overview
Thomas G. Pullen Elementary and Middle School, located in Landover, Maryland, operates as a unique K-8 Performing Arts school within the Prince George’s County Public Schools system. Unlike traditional neighborhood schools, Pullen serves as a specialty magnet program that integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with an intensive focus on the fine and performing arts. Students are immersed in specialized instruction across disciplines such as dance, instrumental and vocal music, theater arts, and visual arts, providing them with a creative outlet that complements their core academic studies.

The school is well-regarded for its mission to foster both artistic excellence and academic achievement in a diverse environment. By blending standard educational requirements with performance-based learning, Thomas G. Pullen creates a vibrant campus culture where students are encouraged to develop their talents while preparing for the demands of high school and beyond. Through community performances, exhibitions, and a strong emphasis on student collaboration, the school plays a significant role in nurturing the creative potential of young learners in the Landover area.
735
Total Students
53.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thomas G. Pullen School
Demographic Student Count
White28
Hispanic76
Black595
Asian7
Two or More26
American Indian3
  • Black
    595 (81.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    76 (10.3 %)
  • White
    28 (3.8 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (3.5 %)
  • Asian
    7 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Prince George's County Public Schools
Phone: (301)808-8160
Website: http://www.pgcps.org/thomaspullen/
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 735
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 53.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 318
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 41
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 75
Grade 1 72
Grade 2 75
Grade 3 69
Grade 4 74
Grade 5 70
Grade 6 98
Grade 7 103
Grade 8 99

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Thomas G. Pullen School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten75
Grade 172
Grade 275
Grade 369
Grade 474
Grade 570
Grade 698
Grade 7103
Grade 899
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Thomas G. Pullen School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female44660.7%
Male28939.3%
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