White Marsh Elementary School
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
Phone: (301) 472-4600
District: St. Mary's County Public Schools
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 231 students
White Marsh Elementary School, a public school located in Mechanicsville, MD, serves grades PK-5 in the St. Mary's County Public Schools.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
White Marsh Elementary School is a public school located in Mechanicsville, MD. 231 students attend White Marsh Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 10/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program End-Of-Course data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 9/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student Growth - Elementary Level data from Maryland State Department of Education, and using 2025 Student Growth - Middle Level data from Maryland State Department of Education. |
Posted: January 27, 2025
This school is such a gem. The staff engage with the students and get to know every one of them. My son loves it and so do we as parents.
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Posted: June 26, 2021
We moved to the area in late 2017 and our child began attending White Marsh as a 4th grader. White Marsh was an excellent experience for her during her two years. The staff we encountered regularly were professional, kind, and hard-working. The lessons taught and homework provided were reasonable and meeting curricular standards. The 5th grade teacher won ‘teacher-of-the-year’ for the school district, which was well-deserved given the amount of time and effort she put into her craft. We felt our child soared and are grateful for such a positive experience.
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Posted: November 9, 2020
10/10. My son has attended White Marsh since Kindergarten. We have always been treated with kindness and respect. My son had behavior issues for a time and I felt like the whole school came together to help us resolve them. White Marsh offers a true sense of community and belonging.
Posted: November 9, 2020
Homework is minimal is most classrooms. The homework that is sent home is meaningful and not mindless busy work.
Posted: November 9, 2020
Teachers take a personal interest in the students.
Posted: November 9, 2020
The guidance counselor is fantastic and provides regular resources and instruction for the kids.
Posted: November 9, 2020
The Principal always responds personally to concerns.
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Posted: September 26, 2020
Over zealous in the homework department. Beyond stupid.
Posted: September 26, 2020
The teacher NEVER showed up for the meetings, and changed the students classwork without parental knowledge. Considered sueing.
Posted: September 26, 2020
More worried about the money than the student.
Posted: September 26, 2020
Isolated child from rest of class, and give child coloring sheets. Told the child he wasn't smart enough to do the same course work as the rest of the class. Considering sueing.
Posted: September 26, 2020
The staff are the bullies. It is insane.
Posted: September 26, 2020
Absolutely horrible. Pulled our children from the school and now homeschool.
Posted: April 25, 2016
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Posted: April 25, 2016
We just transferred to this school and they have gone the extra mile to welcome my kids. Both my boys are behind in reading, One of my kids has Adhd. I had to fight & debate with their old school to get extra help only to be told no. WMES is totally different, they jumped at the chane to help my kids. I have seen a lot of improvement. The staff is super accommodating, welcoming and hepful. Communication with the teachers is superb.
Posted: August 24, 2011
WMES is the best kept secret in St. Mary's County. What a wonderful school -administration, staff, students and parents. I have been in many of the county schools and nowhere have I found a better working and learning environment. This staff is a team highly committed to the students, with high expectations, professionalism and expertise. I love it here.
Posted: July 17, 2011
What a WONDERFUL school!!! My husband and I have been absolutely thrilled with this school for our child. We would call this St. Mary's County's best kept little secret. It's a community school with caring, warm, friendly, encouraging staff, administration and teachers. We are encouraged, invited and thrilled to be involved in ALL aspects of the school from volunteering, aiding in the classrooms, PTA, and assisting with special events. We are so glad that we found this wonderful, small school, and would move mountains to be able to keep our child at this wonderful school!
Posted: July 6, 2011
At one time, this was a terrific school. White Marsh was a family and community building and inclusiveness were highly held goals. Under Mrs. Flowers watch, fundraising and standardized test scores seems to be the primary goals. Parent involvement is met with resistance unless you are writing a check. The teachers are wonderful, but I wonder how long before they go to other schools where they are valued more.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
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| 1 | Bowen Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Brandywine | MD | 9.1 mi | |
| 2 | Oak Tree Landing | Condominium/Townhouse | Prince Frederick | MD | 12 mi | |
| 3 | Leonard's Grant | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Leonardtown | MD | 12.9 mi | |
| 4 | Clark's Rest | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Leonardtown | MD | 13.3 mi | |
| 5 | Holly Station Townhomes | Apartment Complex | Waldorf | MD | 14 mi | |
| 6 | Forrest Farms | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hollywood | MD | 14.9 mi | |
| 7 | Estates of Joy Chapel | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Hollywood | MD | 15.2 mi | |
| 8 | Wildewood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | California | MD | 17.1 mi | |
| 9 | Primrose Park in Wildwood | Neighborhood/Subdivision | California | MD | 17.6 mi | |
| 10 | Beverly Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | California | MD | 19 mi | |
| 11 | Richfield Station | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Chesapeake Beach | MD | 19.4 mi | |
| 12 | Chesapeake Ranch Estates | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lusby | MD | 20.6 mi | |
| 13 | Hunting Quarter | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Callaway | MD | 20.7 mi | |
| 14 | Cecil's Mill | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Great Mills | MD | 21.7 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | La Plata | La Plata | MD | 10.7 mi | |
| 2 | Calvert County | Prince Frederick | MD | 11.5 mi | |
| 3 | Leonardtown Area | Leonardtown | MD | 13.9 mi | |
| 4 | Calvert County | Owings | MD | 17.1 mi | |
| 5 | City of California Area | California | MD | 18.3 mi | |
| 6 | Calvert County | Dunkirk | MD | 18.7 mi | |
| 7 | Navy Recreation Center (NRC) Solomons | Solomons | MD | 18.8 mi | |
| 8 | Calvert Marine Museum & River Boat Tour | Solomons | MD | 19.3 mi | |
| 9 | Solomon's Island | Solomons | MD | 19.7 mi | |
| 10 | Lusby Area | Lusby | MD | 20 mi | |
| 11 | Callaway | Callaway | MD | 21 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| Dahlgren NSWC | 16.2 mi. |
| Indian Head Naval Base | 23.1 mi. |
| Patuxent River NAS | 23.7 mi. |
| Andrews AFB | 24.2 mi. |
| Fort Belvoir | 26.2 mi. |
| Bolling AFB Joint Base Anacostia | 28.8 mi. |
| Coast Guard Headquarters DC | 30.2 mi. |
| Washington Navy Yard | 30.6 mi. |
| Fort McNair | 30.7 mi. |
| Marine Barracks Washington | 30.8 mi. |
| Mark Center Alexandria | 31 mi. |
| Pentagon | 31.7 mi. |
| Henderson Hall | 32 mi. |
| Fort Myer | 32.9 mi. |
| Defense Health Headquarters Falls Church | 36.2 mi. |
| Quantico Marine Base | 36.8 mi. |
| US Naval Academy | 38.8 mi. |
| Annapolis Naval Station | 39.7 mi. |
| Fort AP Hill | 40.2 mi. |
| Walter Reed Medical Center | 40.7 mi. |
| Fort Meade NSA | 43.2 mi. |
| NRO Chantilly | 46.3 mi. |
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