Marlton Elementary School
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone: (301) 952-7780
Fax: (301) 952-7718
District: Prince George's County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 310 students
Marlton Elementary School, a public school located in Upper Marlboro, MD, serves grades PK-5 in the Prince George's County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Marlton Elementary School is a public school located in Upper Marlboro, MD. 310 students attend Marlton Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 3/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 1/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
Posted: August 4, 2025
This school has high turnover in teachers and the ones that are there are either on leave or focused mostly on "it's a job". There is attitude and an unexplainable energy from the principal to the teachers. We moved here because of the early ratings but now I am hoping to get my child to another school
Posted: August 4, 2025
Posted: August 4, 2025
Posted: August 4, 2025
Posted: August 4, 2025
Posted: August 4, 2025
Posted: August 4, 2025
Posted: August 4, 2025
Posted: June 14, 2025
I used to hear great things about Marlton Elementary. So, when I moved in the area I was excited to enroll my children. That was the worse thing I couldve ever done. Both the Principal and Assistant principal need to be replaced. The Principal does absolutely nothing and is clueless about her job responsibilities. She avoids parents and issues that take place in the school. My son had an attempted bullying incident in the bathroom with two other students, and she tried to sweep it under the rug! I brought it to her attention and she told me she was investigating, but I never receive a phone call from the school. If my son didnt tell me I would have never known!!
My son also has an IEP as well. I was not happy during our meeting because they tried to blame his attendance. When they actually do a horrible job with taking and updating attendance in ParentVue. They tried to insulate that his attendance may be a part of the reason he struggling in school. When in fact my son has been struggling since preschool and had already been diagnosed with a learning disability. They denied him for speech services so I had him evaluated through childrens and he in fact does have a speech delay in two areas!!
Also, my daughter (2nd grade) hated that school!! My daughter is very shy and quiet. Never had an issue with going to school. Although, It is very hard for her to trust people and open up. So when you have teachers who are very nonchalant and dismissive it is hard to feel comfortable and engage. My daughter was literally failing because she wouldnt raise her hand to engage and was too afraid to ask for help when needed. My daughter has never struggled in school and has always been the top of her class. That was until she came to marlton. They really need to hire better teachers that actually enjoy teaching!!! Being a former educator , I became fed up with this school. So, I pulled my children out in January and homeschooled them for the remainder of the year.
The only person that made my children feel welcomed was Ms. Morman (spell check) but she always greeted my kids with a smile!!
Posted: June 14, 2025
Posted: June 14, 2025
Posted: June 14, 2025
Posted: June 14, 2025
Posted: June 14, 2025
Posted: June 14, 2025
Posted: June 14, 2025
Posted: May 28, 2025
Do not send your kids to this hell
Posted: May 28, 2025
Posted: May 28, 2025
Posted: May 28, 2025
Posted: May 28, 2025
Posted: May 28, 2025
Posted: May 28, 2025
Posted: May 28, 2025
Posted: October 4, 2023
This school has drastically changed over the years for the worse. My oldest child attended in 2013 thru 5th grade and it wasn't as bad as it is now. The teachers currently seem very dismissive in responding to complaints about safety and don't care. You wont find out about anything serious that requires a phone call unless your child tells you themselves when they arrive home which is clearly unacceptable and unprofessional. They don't teach much of anything and the progress of your child's academics seems to be left in your hands exclusively so your'e better off home schooling or removing your child to another school where the teachers actually teach and care about their students safety. The past two years both of my child's teachers left in the middle of the school year without notice to the parents. Both seemed very uninterested in teaching and didn't love their jobs while they were present so essentially my child didn't loose anything by their departure. My child doesn't seem as motivated to want to be at this school so I'm making other plans because the staff at this school seems to be failing their students. My child's best year was in Kindergarten. My child was always excited to wake up early to see Mrs. Copeland's smiling face where she made learning inviting , fun and enjoyable. Each morning she greeted each child with a hello and a smile and made every child in her class feel special, excited and ready to learn. My child loved every moment of kindergarten because of Mrs. Copeland's love for her career and kindness and care for her students. I cant praise and thank Mrs. Briona Copeland and Cheryl Ramsey enough for being exceptional and kind teachers. My child learned more virtually through a computer screen than in person when students had to return. Everything went downhill after kindergarten and my child has been disinterested with being at this school since. I miss the days in which teachers actually cared for the safety and academic progress of their students. Thank you Mrs. Copeland and Mrs. Ramsey. Your great presence at Marlton is a gift to every child you teach.
Posted: October 4, 2023
Posted: October 4, 2023
Posted: October 4, 2023
Posted: October 4, 2023
Posted: October 4, 2023
Posted: October 4, 2023
Posted: October 4, 2023
Posted: May 12, 2021
I give this school 0 stars. I would recommend this school to my worse enemy. This Principal isn't knowledgeable about what is going on in the building that she is responsible for. The teachers make up rules and they are not on the same page with grading and assigning due dates. This isn't the Marlton I use to volunteer at or participate in school activities. Those were the good old days and I truly miss them. The only person in that school I trust is Mrs. Cole.
Posted: May 12, 2021
Posted: May 12, 2021
Posted: May 12, 2021
Posted: May 12, 2021
Posted: May 12, 2021
Posted: May 12, 2021
Posted: May 12, 2021
Posted: April 26, 2018
The kids are mostly from the same little neighborhood, so their neighborhood problems transfer over. But I mostly clicked disagree due to the amount of bullying immediately after school on Heathermore Blvd. The students walk home and their are frequent fights and bullying.
Posted: April 26, 2018
Posted: April 26, 2018
Posted: April 26, 2018
Posted: April 26, 2018
The school is in a transition phase with leadership, but lots of people are stepping up to fill the needs.
Posted: April 26, 2018
Possibly the best CRI program for elementary school children with moderate disabilities.
Posted: April 26, 2018
Excellent. Marlton is a small safe school with a good family feel. The staff is good, parent support is well above average, the support staff (secretaries, nurse, specials teachers, and teacher aides) are all well trained and friendly.
Posted: September 21, 2016
Amazing principal with good teachers.
My son is doing great in his study.
Malton just like private school except the school doesn't have a enough land.
Posted: September 20, 2015
Posted: September 20, 2015
Posted: September 20, 2015
Posted: September 20, 2015
Marlton has very attentive teachers and staff. The classroom sizes are wonderful and the environment is safe.
Posted: September 11, 2015
My child's teacher does not respect her students at all. Other teachers I've seen in passing and the other teacher that teaches my child's grade seem to be very effective
Posted: September 11, 2015
Posted: September 11, 2015
Posted: September 11, 2015
I was overly excited about enrolling my child at Marlton Elementary after speaking to staff members that all seemed pleasant, very polite and helpful. I attended the school orientation which I felt was going rather well until the principal had the large group break down to their childs respective grades to go over what to expect for the school year and give us a tour of the school. Once seated in the classroom both teachers began to give their personalized versions of what was on the handout given to all parents. The drastic difference between the attitude and demeanor of both teachers left some parents saying out loud what I was thinking I really hope my child doesnt get that teacher. Well my child ended up with the teacher that had the very dismissive demeanor and condescending tone. Ive spoken with other parents whose child had this particular teacher and have yet to hear anything positive. Ive sat in the classroom which was complete and utter chaos not to mention the disruptive students that should be attending Wheatley ECC because no one could stop their outburst. After a couple more observations I made of the teacher and my child coming home telling me for the second time a child in the class was running around with scissors trying to cut students in the class; I had enough and called to schedule a meeting with the principal to see about getting her teacher/classroom changed. I was able to voice my concerns to the principal to try and fix the situation. The principal began to tell me how shes such a wonderful teacher and she is doing her best and wont change my childs teacher. I have and will continue to be heavily involved in everything my child does and since it is apparent nothing will be done about rectifying the situation, I am aggressively looking at alternative schools that will not only challenge my child but also provide her a safe learning environment. I take my childs safety and education very seriously and am gravely disappointed.
Posted: September 11, 2015
Posted: September 11, 2015
Posted: September 11, 2015
Posted: September 11, 2015
I read the wonderful reviews of the school up to 2011, with no later reviews. Then I realized that since that time a new principal took over. Now, 2015, I have a kid in the school and the class is utter chaos. The atmosphere there is not conducive to learning.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holly Station Townhomes | Apartment Complex | Waldorf | MD | 10.5 mi | |
| 2 | Bowen Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Brandywine | MD | 12.2 mi | |
| 3 | Fords Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 13.6 mi | |
| 4 | Rivergate | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 13.7 mi | |
| 5 | Richfield Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chesapeake Beach | MD | 14 mi | |
| 6 | The VIO | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Washington SW | DC | 14.2 mi | |
| 7 | Belle View | Condominium/Townhouse | Alexandria | VA | 14.2 mi | |
| 8 | Collingwood on the Potomac | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 14.3 mi | |
| 9 | Henry | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 14.3 mi | |
| 10 | Waynewood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 14.6 mi | |
| 11 | Hollin Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 14.6 mi | |
| 12 | Oakbrooke | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 14.6 mi | |
| 13 | Reserve at Potomac Yard | Apartment Complex | Alexandria | VA | 14.9 mi | |
| 14 | Plymouth Haven | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 14.9 mi | |
| 15 | Hollin Hall Village | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 15 mi | |
| 16 | Riverside Gardens | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 15.1 mi | |
| 17 | Stratford Landing | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 15.4 mi | |
| 18 | Midtown Alexandria Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 15.4 mi | |
| 19 | Beverly Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Alexandria | VA | 15.6 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvert County | Dunkirk | MD | 7.7 mi | |
| 2 | Calvert County | Owings | MD | 9.8 mi | |
| 3 | National Harbor | Fort Washington | MD | 12.2 mi | |
| 4 | Capitol Hill | Washington | DC | 14 mi | |
| 5 | Old Town Alexandria | Alexandria | VA | 14.8 mi | |
| 6 | Washington DC | Washington D.C. | DC | 15.1 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Andrews AFB | 5.8 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 13.1 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 13.2 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 13.3 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 13.6 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 14 mi. |
| Pentagon | 15.9 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 16.7 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 17.3 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 18 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 19.8 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 21.8 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 22.3 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 22.8 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 22.8 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 23.5 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 24.4 mi. |
| Coast Guard Curtis Bay | 31.8 mi. |
| Dahlgren NSWC | 32.4 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 36.4 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 39.3 mi. |
| Patuxent River NAS | 39.9 mi. |
