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#358 of 378 private schools in MD

Archbishop Spalding High School

High School

8080 NEW CUT RD, Severn, MD 21144

Private

Enrollment

1,304

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

4.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#358 of 378

In Severn

#3 of 3

public schools

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Archbishop Spalding High School

4.2/10

High School in Severn · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Archbishop Spalding High School

Archbishop Spalding High School is a private high school in Severn, MD. Archbishop Spalding High School serves approximately 1,304 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Archbishop Spalding High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.9 pts below MD schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • MD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Archbishop Spalding High 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

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How Archbishop Spalding High School compares to the 4 public schools in Severn, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,304
This School
vs
487
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80% vs 0%
Black 7.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.3% vs 0%
Archbishop Spalding High School Severn Public Avg

All Schools in Severn

School Rating
Archbishop Spalding High School (this school) 4.2
Quarterfield Elementary 5.1
Ridgeway Elementary 5.9
Severn Elementary 6.9
Van Bokkelen Elementary 4.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 35%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Enrollment 1,304
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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)

White 80.0%
Black 7.3%
Two or More 4.8%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 2.3%
Pacific Islander 1.5%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8080 NEW CUT RD, Severn, MD 21144

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Archbishop Spalding High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Old Mill High (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Millersville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glen Burnie High (rated 4.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Glen Burnie), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP SPALDING HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Severn, see our Severn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ARCHBISHOP SPALDING HIGH SCHOOL Severn 0.0 mi 4.8
Quarterfield Elementary Severn 0.9 mi 5.1
Ruth Parker Eason School Millersville 0.9 mi 2.5
Old Mill High Millersville 0.9 mi 5.7
Rippling Woods Elementary Glen Burnie 1.0 mi 5.3
Old Mill Middle North Millersville 1.0 mi 6.0
Glen Burnie Park Elementary Glen Burnie 1.2 mi 5.9
Old Mill Middle South Millersville 1.0 mi 6.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glen Burnie 1.6 mi 8.1
Oakwood Elementary Glen Burnie 1.7 mi 4.8
Southgate Elementary Glen Burnie 1.7 mi 4.4
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY Millersville 2.2 mi 7.5
Corkran Middle School Glen Burnie 2.2 mi 5.9
Woodside Elementary Glen Burnie 2.0 mi 4.9
ANNAPOLIS AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Severn 2.2 mi 5.7
Richard Henry Lee Elementary Glen Burnie 2.6 mi 4.2
Shipley's Choice Elementary Millersville 2.4 mi 9.2
Ridgeway Elementary Severn 2.4 mi 5.9
Glen Burnie High Glen Burnie 2.9 mi 4.9
Severn Elementary Severn 2.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,820

Median Home Value

$468,400

Median Rent

$1,958/mo

Population

37,372

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

81.3%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Archbishop Spalding High School

What grades does Archbishop Spalding High School serve?

Archbishop Spalding High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Archbishop Spalding High School?

Archbishop Spalding High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Spalding High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Spalding High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Archbishop Spalding High School rank in MD?

Archbishop Spalding High School ranks #358 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Archbishop Spalding High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Archbishop Spalding High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Archbishop Spalding High School a private school?

Yes, Archbishop Spalding High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Archbishop Spalding High School a religious school?

Archbishop Spalding High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,304
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Anne Arundel County

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