Below Average

#1142 of 1,363 schools in MD

William B. Wade Elementary School

Elementary School · Charles County Public Schools

2300 Smallwood Dr W, Waldorf, MD 20603

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Maryland schools

#1,142 of 1,363

In Waldorf

#15 of 20

public schools

In district

#31 of 37

Charles County Public Schools

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About William B. Wade Elementary School

William B. Wade Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waldorf, MD, part of Charles County Public Schools. William B.

Wade Elementary School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. William B. Wade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,142 of 1,363 schools in MD.

Structured state assessment records for William B. Wade Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district

4.5

This school 4.5 · Below Average
District avg 5.6
MD avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-4.94 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics5.2Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency20.2% (2025 MCAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency37.9% (2025 MCAP)

Math vs. State Avg-10 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-13.2 pts

Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MCAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MCAP)

vs. Expected-5.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile34th

Resources & Environment6.0Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1

Per-Pupil Spending$17,415

Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

William B. Wade Elementary School — Students at William B. Wade Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

30.2% (2025 MCAP)

ELA Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

51.1% (2025 MCAP)

Based on 28 test records from MD state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

93%

ELA

93%

2010

Math

89%

ELA

94%

2011

Math

88%

ELA

90%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

89%

2013

Math

72%

ELA

89%

2014

Math

31%

ELA

44%

2015

Math

38%

ELA

43%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

48%

2018

Math

35%

ELA

49%

2019

Math

35%

ELA

49%

2020*

Math

10%

ELA

18%

2021*

Math

10%

ELA

18%

2022

Math

19%

ELA

43%

2025

Math

20.2%

ELA

37.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.5/10.

How William B. Wade Elementary School Compares

See how William B. Wade Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.5/10

16th percentile in MD

Academic

5.2/10

Average

Growth

3.5/10

Needs Improvement

Environment

6.0/10

Average

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

57%

Teaching Staff

16:1 student-teacher ratio

41 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

21.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2300 Smallwood Dr W, Waldorf, MD 20603

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William B. Wade Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Billingsley Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby White Plains), which scores notably higher. Another option is C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waldorf, see our Waldorf schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School Waldorf	0.7 mi	588	7.2
Billingsley Elementary School White Plains	1.1 mi	698	7.3
GODDARD SCHOOL OF WALDORF Waldorf	1.0 mi	18	—
Westlake High School Waldorf	1.1 mi	1,185	4.7
Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer Elementary School Waldorf	1.5 mi	625	7.2
Arthur Middleton Elementary School Waldorf	1.7 mi	696	4.5
Mattawoman Middle School Waldorf	2.2 mi	887	4.7
Berry Elementary School Waldorf	2.2 mi	753	5.3
Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary Waldorf	2.2 mi	416	6.0
Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Elementary School Waldorf	2.1 mi	524	3.9
North Point High School Waldorf	2.3 mi	1,914	6.9
William A. Diggs Elementary School Waldorf	2.2 mi	846	4.6
Theodore G. Davis Middle School Waldorf	2.5 mi	1,068	5.6
SMCA White Plains	3.0 mi	302	8.0
Eva Turner Elementary School Waldorf	2.9 mi	465	3.7
Benjamin Stoddert Middle School Waldorf	2.9 mi	919	3.5
Mary B. Neal Elementary School Waldorf	3.2 mi	589	6.2
J. P. Ryon Elementary School Waldorf	3.1 mi	619	3.0
John Hanson Middle School Waldorf	3.2 mi	761	5.1
Thomas Stone High School Waldorf	3.3 mi	1,173	4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,138

Median Home Value

$430,700

Median Rent

$2,021/mo

Population

32,649

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

44.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William B. Wade Elementary School

What grades does William B. Wade Elementary School serve?

William B. Wade Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend William B. Wade Elementary School?

William B. Wade Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William B. Wade Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William B. Wade Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William B. Wade Elementary School rank in MD?

William B. Wade Elementary School ranks #1,142 of 1,363 schools in MD.

What is William B. Wade Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William B. Wade Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at William B. Wade Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William B. Wade Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is William B. Wade Elementary School a charter school?

No, William B. Wade Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William B. Wade Elementary School a Title I school?

No, William B. Wade Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William B. Wade Elementary School?

57.2% of students at William B. Wade Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.