Allenwood Elementary School is a Model Comprehensive School, which opened in 1967.  The owner of this property was a person name Rowenetta Allen, who was an Assistant Superintendent of Schools, in charge of elementary education, in the 60's. A barn once stood where Allenwood is now. Land records at the courthouse in Upper Marlboro states that construction began on 1/16/67. The construction company was Morrison & Bready, inc. The school open on October 30, 1967 and was called Allenwood Estate Elementary School until June 20, 1968. The school is located in a community where we serve students from Camp Springs and Temple Hills attendance area.

Allenwood Elementary School is a place where staff, parents, business partners and the community collaborate to meet the challenge in education for all children. We strongly believe that children are a priority in every decision made about their valuable education at Allenwood Elementary School. We articulate our school vision and philosophy to all stakeholders in meeting the challenge we now face in education for excellence for all students. The staff and community of Allenwood Elementary School will strive for academic and social achievements for all students. As we prepare our students to be life-long learners, they will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and work habits that would enable them to be successful members of society.