Very Good

#116 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 30% of private schools

Atholton Adventist Academy

School

6520 MARTIN RD, Columbia, MD 21044

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 10th

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 10th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#116 of 378

In Columbia

#2 of 3

public schools

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About Atholton Adventist Academy

Atholton Adventist Academy is a private school in Columbia, MD. Atholton Adventist Academy serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Atholton Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.7 pts above MD schools

7.0

This school 7.0 · Very Good
MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, Atholton Adventist Academy 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.

Atholton Adventist Academy 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 Atholton Adventist Academy compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.4:1

This School

12.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

168

This School

682

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.0

This School

7.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 26.8% vs 0%

Black 23.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 16.1% vs 0%

Asian 7.7% vs 0%

Atholton Adventist Academy Columbia Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Atholton Adventist Academy (this school)	—	168	13.4:1	7.0
Clemens Crossing Elementary	0.2 mi	506	14.1:1	8.1
Atholton Elementary	0.6 mi	520	14.9:1	8.2
Atholton High	0.7 mi	1,498	16.1:1	7.5
Lake Elkhorn Middle	1.4 mi	622	13.5:1	7.4
Cradlerock Elementary	1.4 mi	465	10.6:1	5.8
Stevens Forest Elementary	1.5 mi	328	10.9:1	7.8
Oakland Mills Middle	1.7 mi	428	11:1	7.3
Wilde Lake High	1.7 mi	1,270	13.1:1	6.3
Wilde Lake Middle	1.8 mi	618	12.1:1	7.8
Hammond High	1.8 mi	1,167	13.7:1	7.5
Oakland Mills High	2.0 mi	1,422	13.2:1	6.6
Talbott Springs Elementary	2.0 mi	488	10.4:1	7.3
Bryant Woods Elementary	2.0 mi	359	9.7:1	6.7
Swansfield Elementary	2.0 mi	602	11.6:1	7.4
Harpers Choice Middle	2.4 mi	469	11.4:1	6.3
Longfellow Elementary	2.4 mi	423	11.1:1	6.2
Jeffers Hill Elementary	2.5 mi	397	11.3:1	7.0
Running Brook Elementary	2.6 mi	389	9:1	5.5
Guilford Elementary	2.6 mi	473	12.1:1	5.9
Thunder Hill Elementary	3.1 mi	454	12.3:1	6.6

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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+ 3.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.4:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 10.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 78%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 168

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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 26.8%

Black 23.8%

Two or More 21.4%

Hispanic 16.1%

Asian 7.7%

Native American 3.6%

Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6520 MARTIN RD, Columbia, MD 21044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atholton Adventist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Atholton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clemens Crossing Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilde Lake Middle (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Clemens Crossing Elementary Columbia	0.2 mi	506	8.1
Atholton Elementary Columbia	0.6 mi	520	8.2
Atholton High Columbia	0.7 mi	1,498	7.5
MOUNTHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia	0.8 mi	4	—
COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia	0.9 mi	196	7.3
THE MANDALA SCHOOL INC Columbia	0.8 mi	23	—
JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Columbia	1.3 mi	21	—
Wilde Lake High Columbia	1.7 mi	1,270	6.3
Lake Elkhorn Middle Columbia	1.4 mi	622	7.4
Wilde Lake Middle Columbia	1.8 mi	618	7.8
Hammond High Columbia	1.8 mi	1,167	7.5
Cradlerock Elementary Columbia	1.4 mi	465	5.8
Stevens Forest Elementary Columbia	1.5 mi	328	7.8
FUSION COLUMBIA Columbia	1.8 mi	62	6.9
Bryant Woods Elementary Columbia	2.0 mi	359	6.7
NURTURING NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia	1.7 mi	4	—
Oakland Mills Middle Columbia	1.7 mi	428	7.3
BRYANT WOODS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Columbia	2.1 mi	2	—
COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia	2.1 mi	3	—
Swansfield Elementary Columbia	2.0 mi	602	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,924

Median Home Value

$541,100

Median Rent

$2,096/mo

Population

44,775

College Educated

67.3%

Homeownership

61.3%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

39.9

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THE CHILDREN'S GUILD Chillum, MD	133	7.1
WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mitchellville, MD	193	6.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atholton Adventist Academy

What grades does Atholton Adventist Academy serve?

Atholton Adventist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.

How many students attend Atholton Adventist Academy?

Atholton Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atholton Adventist Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Atholton Adventist Academy is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Atholton Adventist Academy rank in MD?

Atholton Adventist Academy ranks #116 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Atholton Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Atholton Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Atholton Adventist Academy a private school?

Yes, Atholton Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Atholton Adventist Academy a religious school?

Atholton Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.