Very Good
#53 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 14% of private schools
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences
Elementary School
21830 PEACH TREE RD, Dickerson, MD 20842
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#53 of 378
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Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences
Elementary School in Dickerson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences is a private elementary school in Dickerson, MD. Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences 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 6.1:1 students to teachers, Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences 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 Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences compares to the 1 public school in Dickerson, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Dickerson
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences (this school) | 7.6 |
| Monocacy Elementary | 8.9 |
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
21830 PEACH TREE RD, Dickerson, MD 20842
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilson Wims Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monocacy Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dickerson, see our Dickerson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monocacy Elementary Dickerson | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg | 4.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Germantown | 4.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Lake Seneca Elementary Germantown | 4.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary Germantown | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| GREEN VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarksburg | 5.4 mi | — |
| Poolesville Elementary Poolesville | 5.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Kingsview Middle Germantown | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Little Bennett Elementary Clarksburg | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Longview School Germantown | 5.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary Germantown | 5.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Clarksburg High Clarksburg | 5.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Waters Landing Elementary Germantown | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Poolesville High Poolesville | 5.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Rocky Hill Middle Clarksburg | 5.1 mi | 6.4 |
| William B. Gibbs Jr. Elementary Germantown | 5.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Wilson Wims Elementary School Clarksburg | 5.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Northwest High Germantown | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Seneca Valley High Germantown | 5.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,389
Median Home Value
$709,300
Median Rent
$1,745/mo
Population
2,093
College Educated
51.3%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
42.7 min
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Median Age
47.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lutherville, MD | 7.6 |
| ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY Baltimore, MD | 7.6 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ellicott City, MD | 7.6 |
| SENECA ACADEMY Darnestown, MD | 7.7 |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kensington, MD | 7.3 |
| OLNEY ADVENTIST PREPARATORY Olney, MD | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences
What grades does Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences serve?
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences?
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences?
The student-teacher ratio at Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences rank in MD?
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences ranks #53 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences's MySchoolScout rating?
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences a private school?
Yes, Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences a religious school?
No, Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 98
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 972-0341
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