WILLARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Willards Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Wicomico County Public Schools school district, located in Willards, MD with about 350 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. With about 20 teachers, Willards Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Willards Elementary School, located in the rural community of Willards, Maryland, serves as a focal point for education in the northern part of Wicomico County. As a primary educational institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, character development, and student engagement. Being situated in a smaller, close-knit community, the school often benefits from a tight-knit relationship between staff, families, and the local area, which helps in creating a personalized approach to student growth.

The school operates under the Wicomico County Public Schools district, following state-mandated curriculum standards while integrating programs aimed at social-emotional learning and academic achievement. With its location on Richland Road, Willards Elementary provides a traditional neighborhood school experience, focusing on preparing students for their eventual transition to middle school by encouraging both classroom participation and extracurricular involvement. The faculty and administration are committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive setting where children from diverse backgrounds can build the necessary skills for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Willards Elementary at (410) 677-5819 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.