DR. THOMAS L. HIGDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Charles County Public Schools school district, located in Newburg, MD with about 429 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary School, located in Newburg, Maryland, is part of the Charles County Public Schools system. Serving students in the rural areas of Charles County, the school is named in honor of Dr. Thomas L. Higdon, a well-regarded local physician who served the community for many years. The school serves as a central hub for its surrounding neighborhoods, emphasizing a supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic development and the personal growth of its student body.

The school is committed to fostering a strong partnership between educators, students, and families to ensure student success. Its curriculum aligns with Maryland state standards, with a focus on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities and school-wide events, aiming to build a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Dr. Thomas L. Higdon Elementary at (301) 934-4091 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12872 Rock Point Rd
Newburg, MD 20664-2514
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DR. THOMAS L. HIGDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Newburg, MD with about 429 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
429
Teachers:
28.41
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 429 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DR. THOMAS L. HIGDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
77.4%
Black or African American
11.2%
Two or more races
6.3%
Hispanic/Latino
4.0%
Asian
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
44.1%
Male
55.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.