WILLIAM A. DIGGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
William A. Diggs Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Charles County Public Schools school district, located in Waldorf, MD with about 825 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, William A. Diggs Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
William A. Diggs Elementary School, located in Waldorf, Maryland, is a key part of the Charles County Public Schools system. Named after William A. Diggs, a prominent local educator and community leader, the school serves a diverse population of elementary-aged students. It is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and active parent-teacher collaboration to ensure students reach their full potential.
The school’s curriculum focuses on building a strong foundation in core academic subjects while integrating technology and creative learning opportunities. Beyond the classroom, William A. Diggs Elementary encourages students to engage in extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives that promote community service and social responsibility. With a commitment to maintaining high standards of instruction and inclusivity, the school strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond.
For more information, contact William A. Diggs Elementary at (301) 753-2081 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 753-2081
http://www2.ccboe.com/diggs
WILLIAM A. DIGGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Waldorf, MD with about 825 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Charles County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 825
- Teachers:
- 45.94
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 825 students
- Black or African American
- 65.5%
- White
- 14.7%
- Two or more races
- 9.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.2%
- Asian
- 2.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
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.