Serving 533 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 56% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Williamsport Elementary School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Williamsport Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsport Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#221 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
9%
32%
White
67%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
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 #221 out of 1,338 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, Emma K. Doub Elementary School, Boonsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
533 students attend Williamsport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Williamsport Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% 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 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamsport Elementary School part of?
Williamsport Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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