School Overview
Melwood Elementary School, located on Woodyard Road in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is a public school serving the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. As part of the PGCPS system, Melwood follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for middle school transitions and long-term academic success, with a focus on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Beyond its classroom instruction, Melwood Elementary is known for its commitment to creating a nurturing atmosphere where diverse student backgrounds are valued. The school actively works to involve parents and the local community in the educational process, offering various programs and initiatives to enhance student learning. By utilizing the resources provided by the PGCPS district and maintaining a focus on school-wide initiatives, Melwood strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement needed to reach their full potential in a safe and inclusive environment.
450
Total Students
29.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Melwood Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White10
Hispanic146
Black273
Asian4
Two or More10
American Indian3
Pacific Islander4
  • Black
    273 (60.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    146 (32.4 %)
  • White
    10 (2.2 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (2.2 %)
  • Asian
    4 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.7 %)
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)599-2500
Website: http://www.pgcps.org/melwood/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 450
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 312
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 71
Grade 1 84
Grade 2 82
Grade 3 60
Grade 4 78
Grade 5 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Melwood Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten71
Grade 184
Grade 282
Grade 360
Grade 478
Grade 575
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Melwood Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22950.9%
Male22149.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)