Excellent
#13 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 3% of private schools
Al-rahmah School
Elementary School
6631 JOHNNYCAKE RD, Baltimore, MD 21244
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#13 of 378
In Baltimore
#3 of 59
public schools
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Al-rahmah School
Elementary School in Baltimore · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Al-rahmah School
Al-rahmah School is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. Al-rahmah School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-rahmah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, Al-rahmah School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Al-rahmah School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Al-rahmah School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Al-rahmah School compares to 230 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-rahmah School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Southwest Academy | 4.7 |
| Woodbridge Elementary | 8.4 |
| Johnnycake Elementary | 3.8 |
| Chadwick Elementary | 5.3 |
| Meadowood Education Center | — |
| Featherbed Lane Elementary | 5.3 |
| Dogwood Elementary | 3.4 |
| Edmondson Heights Elementary | 3.1 |
| Woodlawn Middle | 5.7 |
| Hillcrest Elementary | 8.2 |
| Woodmoor Elementary | 3.5 |
| Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle | 4.5 |
| Westchester Elementary | 8.3 |
| Powhatan Elementary | 6.1 |
| North Bend Elementary/Middle | 5.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle | 4.0 |
| Hebbville Elementary | 6.1 |
| Baltimore International Academy West | 7.3 |
| Beechfield Elementary/Middle | 3.9 |
| Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary/Middle | 2.0 |
Showing 20 of 230 schools. View all schools in Baltimore
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MD.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MD
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6631 JOHNNYCAKE RD, Baltimore, MD 21244
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-rahmah School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodbridge Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Watershed Public Charter (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Woodlawn), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hillcrest Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Academy Baltimore | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Woodbridge Elementary Baltimore | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Johnnycake Elementary Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Woodlawn High Baltimore | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Southwest EDLP at Woodlawn High School Towson | 1.1 mi | — |
| EMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Watershed Public Charter Woodlawn | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| CHILDREN'S MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor Mill | 1.3 mi | — |
| Chadwick Elementary Baltimore | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Featherbed Lane Elementary Baltimore | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Dogwood Elementary Baltimore | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Meadowood Education Center Baltimore | 1.4 mi | — |
| Westowne Elementary Catonsville | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Edmondson Heights Elementary Baltimore | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY Baltimore | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL Catonsville | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| APPLE RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Catonsville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Woodlawn Middle Baltimore | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Baltimore | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21244 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,849
Median Home Value
$271,200
Median Rent
$1,538/mo
Population
39,545
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
47.9%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frost Elementary Frostburg, MD | 8.6 |
| Wolfsville Elementary Myersville, MD | 8.6 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF BALTIMORE Baltimore, MD | 8.4 |
| DuFief Elementary Gaithersburg, MD | 8.8 |
| Norrisville Elementary White Hall, MD | 8.8 |
| Indian Queen Elementary Fort Washington, MD | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-rahmah School
What grades does Al-rahmah School serve?
Al-rahmah School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Al-rahmah School?
Al-rahmah School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-rahmah School?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-rahmah School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-rahmah School rank in MD?
Al-rahmah School ranks #13 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Al-rahmah School's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-rahmah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-rahmah School a private school?
Yes, Al-rahmah School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-rahmah School a religious school?
Al-rahmah School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Phone
- (410) 719-0921
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