Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roye-williams Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roye-Williams Elementary serves the southeast part of Havre De Grace, MD, covering an area of approximately 18.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roye-williams Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Soar Like an Eagle
School Rankings
Roye-williams Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roye-williams Elementary School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#611 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
26%
24%
Black
23%
32%
White
38%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roye-williams Elementary School's ranking?
Roye-williams Elementary School is ranked #611 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Roye-williams Elementary School often compared to?
Roye-williams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bakerfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Roye-williams Elementary School?
444 students attend Roye-williams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Roye-williams Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roye-williams Elementary School?
Roye-williams Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roye-williams Elementary School offer ?
Roye-williams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roye-williams Elementary School part of?
Roye-williams Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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