Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Williamsport Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamsport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Williamsport Elementary School's student population of 523 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamsport Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsport Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#218 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
7%
33%
White
72%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsport Elementary School's ranking?
Williamsport Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Williamsport Elementary School often compared to?
Williamsport Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountaindale Elementary School, Boonsboro Elementary School, Emma K. Doub Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Williamsport Elementary School?
523 students attend Williamsport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Williamsport Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamsport Elementary School?
Williamsport Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williamsport Elementary School offer ?
Williamsport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamsport Elementary School part of?
Williamsport Elementary School is part of Washington County Public Schools School District.
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