What grades does C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School serve?

C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in Waldorf, MD. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School located?

C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is located at Waldorf, MD in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School?

C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1.

What schools are in Waldorf, MD?

Waldorf, MD is served by the local school district. C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Waldorf, MD 20603

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Wed

Breakfast and Bingo with the GrandparentsBreakDistrict-wide

Sep

Fri

Teacher in-service day (Schools closed for students only)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Mon

National IT Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Sep

Thu

2 Hour Early Dismissalhalf_dayDistrict-wide

Sep

Fri

Two-hour early dismissal for studentshalf_dayDistrict-wide

Sep

Sat

National HR Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

588

Student:Teacher

15.5:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Charles County Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

58.3%

Phone

(301)645-9053

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

17%

23th percentile in MD

Math Proficiency

12%

40th percentile in MD

Chronic Absenteeism

13.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

25 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.7:1

Near average in MD

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

71% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

0.33000001

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.33000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,415

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,547

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$21,124

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 47%Local 46%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$572,410

-0.3% 1yr+20.1% 5yr

Washington, DC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

10.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.8%

Unemployment rate

4.0%

Uninsured residents

5.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

3,430

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,985

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

824 (28%)

Other Health Impairment

532 (18%)

Autism

526 (18%)

Speech/Language Impairment

464 (16%)

Intellectual Disability

165 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

124 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

598

Current enrollment

Stable(-8% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Sep 16, 2026

Breakfast and Bingo with the Grandparents

Break

Fri, Sep 18, 2026

Teacher in-service day (Schools closed for students only)

Staff Day

Mon, Sep 21, 2026

National IT Professionals Day

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Charles County Public Schools. C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - Schools/offices closedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Breakfast and Bingo with the GrandparentsDistrict-wide Register your child and their grandparents to come and enjoy a continental breakfast and bingo.	Break	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Teacher in-service day (Schools closed for students only)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	National IT Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	2 Hour Early DismissalDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Two-hour early dismissal for studentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	National HR Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Two-hour early dismissal for studentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election Day, schools closed for students and teachersDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Parent/teacher conferences, schools closed for students onlyDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Special Education: A Guide to Secondary Transition PlanningDistrict-wide 📍 Location: Virtual 👥Organizer: Family Support Center 🎤 Speaker(s):  Amber Drake, Secondary Transition Coordinator, CCPS 📝 Description: This session provides an overview of transition services available through special education, including how and when they begin, what is included in the IEP, and how they support your child's future goals. Learn about timelines, including 4- and 6-year pathways; IEP transition assessments, goals, and services; graduation options; connections to adu	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	National Education Support Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Two-hour early dismissal for studentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Drama Con. Collaborative Planning and Preparation District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving holiday schools/offices closed District-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide We hope that you enjoy the break with your family & friends!	Break	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving holiday schools/offices closed District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Thanksgiving holiday schools/offices closed District-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Two-hour early dismissal for studentsDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Winter HS MSTAR (ELA, Algebra, MISA, Gov.) assessments begin (through Jan. 21)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter break - Schools closedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Winter break District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter break District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Christmas Eve - Schools/offices closedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter break District-wide	Break	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Christmas - Schools/offices closedDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Winter break - Schools closedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Dec 29, 2026	Winter break - Schools closedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 30, 2026	Winter break - Schools closedDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Winter Star assessments begin (through Feb. 11)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	English Language Proficiency Assessment begins (through March 3)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK, Jr. B-dayDistrict-wide Happy Birthday to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr!	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School

C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School currently enrolls 588 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in MD.