WILLIAM S. JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
William S. James Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Harford County Public Schools school district, located in Abingdon, MD with about 407 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, William S. James 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.
William S. James Elementary School, located in Abingdon, Maryland, is a public school serving students in Harford County. As part of the Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) system, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and community engagement. The school typically serves a diverse student population from the surrounding residential areas, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare children for success in their middle school years and beyond.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to inclusive education and its focus on the "whole child," integrating core subjects like mathematics, reading, and science with opportunities for extracurricular activities and character development. William S. James Elementary prioritizes strong partnerships between parents, staff, and the local community to enhance the educational experience. Through a combination of experienced faculty, a structured academic program, and an emphasis on positive school culture, the institution aims to provide a stable and enriching foundation for its students.
For more information, contact William S. James Elementary at (410) 638-3900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Abingdon, MD 21009-1709
(410) 638-3900
WILLIAM S. JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Abingdon, MD with about 407 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Harford County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 407
- Teachers:
- 27.1
- 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 407 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WILLIAM S. JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.
- White
- 75.2%
- Black or African American
- 8.8%
- Two or more races
- 6.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.4%
- Asian
- 2.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.6%
- Male
- 49.4%
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.