Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William Paca Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Paca Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
William Paca Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
William Paca Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Paca Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1329 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
58%
23%
Black
38%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Paca Elementary School's ranking?
William Paca Elementary School is ranked #1329 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are William Paca Elementary School often compared to?
William Paca Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Furley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend William Paca Elementary School?
417 students attend William Paca Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of William Paca Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Paca Elementary School?
William Paca Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does William Paca Elementary School offer ?
William Paca Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Paca Elementary School part of?
William Paca Elementary School is part of Baltimore City School District.
In what neighborhood is William Paca Elementary School located?
William Paca Elementary School is located in the McElderry Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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