WESTSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL

Westside Primary is a public elementary school that is part of the Wicomico County Public Schools school district, located in Quantico, MD with about 223 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st Grade. With about 15 teachers, Westside Primary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Westside Primary School is a public elementary school located in the rural community of Quantico, Maryland, serving students in Wicomico County. As a primary-level institution, the school typically focuses on foundational education for early childhood through the primary grades, emphasizing core academic skills in a supportive, community-centered environment. Its location on Quantico Road places it within a quiet, residential area, reflecting the school’s role as a neighborhood hub for local families.

The school is part of the Wicomico County Public Schools district, which is committed to preparing students for future success through a blend of traditional instruction and developmental learning. Like many schools in the region, Westside Primary prioritizes creating a safe and engaging atmosphere that fosters early social and academic growth. Because it is a smaller school in a close-knit community, it generally maintains a focused approach to individualized student attention and strong parent-teacher collaboration.

For more information, contact Westside Primary at (410) 677-5117 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6046 Quantico Rd
Quantico, MD 21856
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WESTSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL is a public school in Quantico, MD with about 223 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
223
Teachers:
15
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

* 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 223 students

White
64.6%
Black or African American
17.9%
Hispanic/Latino
8.1%
Two or more races
7.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.3%
Asian
0.4%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.