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#263 of 378 private schools in MD

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School

School

4915 HOLDER AVE, Baltimore, MD 21214

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#263 of 378

In Baltimore

#37 of 59

public schools

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About Arts & Ideas Sudbury School

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School is a private school in Baltimore, MD. Arts & Ideas Sudbury School serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Arts & Ideas Sudbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.6 pts below MD schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 64 students, Arts & Ideas Sudbury 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.

Arts & Ideas Sudbury 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.

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How Arts & Ideas Sudbury School compares to 271 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.8:1

This School

14.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

562

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75% vs 0%

Black 10.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Arts & Ideas Sudbury School (this school)	—	64	12.8:1	5.7
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle	0.6 mi	333	12.8:1	5.7
City Neighbors Hamilton	0.6 mi	235	15.7:1	8.0
City Neighbors High	0.6 mi	419	13.5:1	5.9
Gardenville Elementary	0.6 mi	201	13.4:1	3.2
Baltimore International Academy	0.9 mi	696	13.6:1	5.1
Hamilton Elementary/Middle	1.1 mi	837	16.1:1	4.7
Glenmount Elementary/Middle	1.2 mi	621	13.8:1	7.8
Hazelwood Elementary/Middle	1.3 mi	498	13.1:1	5.2
The Green School of Baltimore	1.5 mi	163	14.8:1	7.6
City Neighbors Charter School	1.5 mi	232	16.6:1	5.5
The Belair-Edison School	1.6 mi	935	13.6:1	4.1
Reginald F. Lewis High	1.6 mi	444	13.1:1	6.8
Northwood Elementary	1.6 mi	586	17.2:1	5.0
Achievement Academy at Harbor City High	1.6 mi	202	12.6:1	6.0
Montebello Elementary/Middle	1.7 mi	533	17.2:1	4.6
Yorkwood Elementary	1.7 mi	314	17.4:1	5.5
Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High	1.8 mi	1,757	16.9:1	3.1
Furley Elementary	1.8 mi	389	13.4:1	5.2
Vanguard Collegiate Middle	1.8 mi	315	14.3:1	3.7
Woodhome Elementary/Middle	1.9 mi	492	18.9:1	4.6

Showing 20 of 271 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

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

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 9.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,615

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 40%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Enrollment 64

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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 75.0%

Black 10.9%

Two or More 9.4%

Hispanic 3.1%

Native American 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4915 HOLDER AVE, Baltimore, MD 21214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arts & Ideas Sudbury School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE CHILDREN'S GUILD (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Chillum), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL Baltimore	0.0 mi	64	5.7
City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore	0.6 mi	235	8.0
City Neighbors High Baltimore	0.6 mi	419	5.9
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle Baltimore	0.6 mi	333	5.7
Gardenville Elementary Baltimore	0.6 mi	201	3.2
Baltimore International Academy Baltimore	0.9 mi	696	5.1
Hamilton Elementary/Middle Baltimore	1.1 mi	837	4.7
Glenmount Elementary/Middle Baltimore	1.2 mi	621	7.8
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Baltimore	1.3 mi	184	7.5
The Green School of Baltimore Baltimore	1.5 mi	163	7.6
The Belair-Edison School Baltimore	1.6 mi	935	4.1
Hazelwood Elementary/Middle Baltimore	1.3 mi	498	5.2
Reginald F. Lewis High Baltimore	1.6 mi	444	6.8
Achievement Academy at Harbor City High Baltimore	1.6 mi	202	6.0
THE CHILDREN'S GUILD Chillum	1.8 mi	133	7.1
City Neighbors Charter School Baltimore	1.5 mi	232	5.5
Furley Elementary Baltimore	1.8 mi	389	5.2
Vanguard Collegiate Middle Baltimore	1.8 mi	315	3.7
Yorkwood Elementary Baltimore	1.7 mi	314	5.5
Montebello Elementary/Middle Baltimore	1.7 mi	533	4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,093

Median Home Value

$250,700

Median Rent

$1,188/mo

Population

21,295

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

78.3%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

41.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL Baltimore, MD	64	5.7
EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air, MD	49	5.7
FAIRHAVEN SCHOOL Upper Marlboro, MD	60	5.9
GLENWOOD ACADEMY Glenwood, MD	51	6.0
HIGH ROAD ACADEMY OF PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY Lanham, MD	72	5.4
SALISBURY BAPTIST ACADEMY Salisbury, MD	87	5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arts & Ideas Sudbury School

What grades does Arts & Ideas Sudbury School serve?

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Arts & Ideas Sudbury School?

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arts & Ideas Sudbury School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arts & Ideas Sudbury School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Arts & Ideas Sudbury School rank in MD?

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School ranks #263 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Arts & Ideas Sudbury School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Arts & Ideas Sudbury School a private school?

Yes, Arts & Ideas Sudbury School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Arts & Ideas Sudbury School a religious school?

Arts & Ideas Sudbury School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 57 Good Transit
Bike Score: 46 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 64
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 9.5 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large City
County: Baltimore city
Phone: (410) 426-0001

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