WEST FRIENDSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
West Friendship Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Howard County Public Schools school district, located in West Friendship, MD with about 327 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, West Friendship Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
West Friendship Elementary School, located in the rural community of West Friendship, Maryland, is a proud member of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). Serving a student population that blends the area’s historic agricultural roots with suburban development, the school is well-regarded for its strong sense of community and commitment to academic excellence. Its location on Frederick Road serves as a central hub for families in the western part of Howard County, fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both student achievement and character development.
The school is characterized by a dedicated faculty and an active parent-teacher association that works to provide a well-rounded educational experience. Beyond the core curriculum, West Friendship Elementary places a significant focus on inclusive learning, innovative instructional strategies, and leveraging technology to prepare students for future success. By maintaining small-school warmth while adhering to the high standards of the broader Howard County school district, West Friendship creates a nurturing space that prioritizes student well-being and collaborative learning.
For more information, contact West Friendship Elementary at (410) 313-5512 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
West Friendship, MD 21794
(410) 313-5512
http://wfes.hcpss.org
WEST FRIENDSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in West Friendship, MD with about 327 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Howard County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 327
- Teachers:
- 27
- 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 327 students
- White
- 63.0%
- Asian
- 22.3%
- Two or more races
- 6.1%
- Black or African American
- 4.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
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.