Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, William W. Hall Academy 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 7% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William W. Hall Academy serves the northwest part of Capitol Heights, MD, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
William W. Hall Academy's student population of 444 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William W. Hall Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William W. Hall Academy is 0.51, 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
#1151 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Hispanic
57%
24%
Black
41%
32%
White
2%
31%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Light Blue, Dark Blue, Gold, Burgundy, Black
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William W. Hall Academy's ranking?
William W. Hall Academy is ranked #1151 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are William W. Hall Academy often compared to?
William W. Hall Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bradbury Heights Elementary School, Walker Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend William W. Hall Academy?
444 students attend William W. Hall Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of William W. Hall Academy students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William W. Hall Academy?
William W. Hall Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does William W. Hall Academy offer ?
William W. Hall Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William W. Hall Academy part of?
William W. Hall Academy is part of Prince George's County School District.
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