JAMES MOSHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

James Mosher Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore City Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 251 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, James Mosher Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

James Mosher Elementary, located in the Mondawmin neighborhood of West Baltimore, is a public school serving students in Pre-K through 5th grade as part of the Baltimore City Public Schools system. Named after the historic James Mosher, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction in a community-centered environment. It is well-known in the local area not only for its educational programming but also for its strong historical connection to the neighboring James Mosher Baseball League, the oldest African American youth baseball league in the United States.

Academically, the school emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development to prepare students for middle school transitions. Like many schools in the district, James Mosher integrates Baltimore City Public Schools' standardized curriculum while fostering a supportive school culture. By prioritizing community engagement and student success, the school aims to serve as a stable anchor for families in the 21216 zip code, offering a range of student services and extracurricular opportunities designed to promote both personal growth and academic achievement.

For more information, contact James Mosher Elementary at (410) 396-0506 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.