Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William S. James Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
William S. James Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
William S. James 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 William S. James Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#499 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
13%
33%
White
66%
32%
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
26%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
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 S. James Elementary School's ranking?
William S. James Elementary School is ranked #499 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are William S. James Elementary School often compared to?
William S. James Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abingdon Elementary School, Homestead/wakefield Elementary School, Youths Benefit Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend William S. James Elementary School?
475 students attend William S. James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of William S. James Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William S. James Elementary School?
William S. James Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does William S. James Elementary School offer ?
William S. James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William S. James Elementary School part of?
William S. James Elementary School is part of Harford County School District.
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