Pointer Ridge Elementary School

Pointer Ridge Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
1110 Parkington Ln,  Bowie, MD
Prince George's County Public Schools
4.4
315 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
42%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.6%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
305:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Black
72.6%
Hispanic
15.7%
White
5.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.5%
Two or more races
1.9%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 24 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/7/2025
This neighborhood school has such a sense of FAMILY. The staff treat students as they would their own children. I can't say enough how supported I feel by the administration and teachers. I am so glad my child gets the opportunity to experience this!
5.0 parent
8/26/2024
The staff at this school is amazing. They go above and beyond to make sure you and you're children get what they need whether it be school related or otherwise. All staff I've encountered outdoors at drop off or indoors during programs or classroom presentations were very pleasant and helpful. Also....
5.0 parent
4/11/2024
Pointer Ridge's dedication to creating a comfortable, safe, and inclusive environment for students and staff members to learn and work is amazing to see.
5.0 parent
4/11/2024
I love this school. The staff is engaged with parents and very supportive with the children’s education. They communicate, very transparent, and open to listening to parents and addressing concerns. They care about your child, in the morning during drop off, they know your child’s name. The teachers...

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Pointer Ridge Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Bowie, MD and is served by the Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland. The school has a total enrollment of 315 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 12% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Pointer Ridge Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $483,374. Discover additional schools in the area, like Tall Oaks High School, Northview Elementary School, Greater Mt Nebo Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Bowie has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pointer Ridge Elementary School.

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