Heather Hills Elementary School

Heather Hills Elementary School is a well-known public magnet school for students in grades 2 through 5. It is located at 12605 Heming Lane in Bowie, Maryland. The school is known for its high academic standards. It is consistently ranked among the best elementary schools in Maryland, with about 75% of students being good at math and 76% being good at reading, which is much better than the state average. Heather Hills Elementary has about 364 students from different backgrounds and a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. The school focuses on programs for gifted and talented students, inclusive learning, and community involvement, which makes it a caring and achievement-driven place for all students to learn.

The school is launching a summer STEM initiative called Camp Invention® 2026—an immersive, hands-on program that invites students to design inventions, explore ocean science concepts, and tackle real-world problems with robotics and collaboration.

Q1. What grades does Heather Hills Elementary School teach?

Ans. Heather Hills Elementary School is for students in grades 2 through 5 and focuses on strong academic and enrichment programs.

Q2. Does the school have programs for gifted or advanced students?

Ans. Yes, Heather Hills Elementary is a Talented and Gifted (TAG) Center School that helps smart kids learn more advanced things.

Q3. How does the school get parents to get involved?

Ans. The PTA, volunteer programs, and regular school events all encourage parents to get involved.

Q4. What kinds of activities outside of school are there for students?

Ans. Students can join clubs like art, music, science, and robotics to make learning more fun.

Q5. What does Heather Hills Elementary do to keep its students safe?

Ans. The school follows the safety rules of Prince George's County Public Schools, which include secure entry systems, supervision, and drills for being ready for emergencies.