POTOMAC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Potomac Heights Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Washington County Public Schools school district, located in Hagerstown, MD with about 304 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 19 teachers, Potomac Heights Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Potomac Heights Elementary School, located at 301 E Magnolia Ave in Hagerstown, Maryland, is a public school serving the Washington County Public Schools district. It is situated in a residential area of Hagerstown and serves a diverse student population, typically encompassing grades Pre-K through 5. The school is committed to providing a structured foundational education, focusing on core academic subjects such as reading, mathematics, and science, while also fostering social and emotional development in its younger learners.

As a community-focused institution, Potomac Heights emphasizes the importance of parental involvement and maintains a supportive environment aimed at student success. The school often utilizes various district-wide initiatives to improve literacy and numeracy skills, ensuring that students are prepared for the transition to middle school. With its central location in Hagerstown, the school plays a vital role in its immediate neighborhood, striving to create an inclusive atmosphere where students from varying backgrounds can achieve their academic potential.

For more information, contact Potomac Heights Elementary at (301) 766-8305 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.