Excellent
#10 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 2% of private schools
Barrie School
School
13500 LAYHILL RD, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#10 of 378
In Silver Spring
#1 of 16
public schools
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Barrie School
School in Silver Spring · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barrie School
Barrie School is a private school in Silver Spring, MD. Barrie School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Barrie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 3.9:1 students to teachers, Barrie School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Barrie 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 Barrie School compares to 53 public schools serving similar grades in Silver Spring, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barrie School (this school) | 8.6 |
| Bel Pre Elementary | 7.4 |
| Georgian Forest Elementary | 4.5 |
| Argyle Middle | 5.7 |
| John F. Kennedy High | 5.0 |
| Strathmore Elementary | 6.7 |
| Glenallan Elementary | 6.8 |
| Weller Road Elementary | 5.2 |
| Harmony Hills Elementary | 4.9 |
| A. Mario Loiederman Middle | 6.1 |
| Westover Elementary | 8.9 |
| Wheaton High | 7.0 |
| Highland Elementary | 6.8 |
| Sargent Shriver Elementary | 5.4 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle | 5.3 |
| Arcola Elementary | 4.8 |
| Stonegate Elementary | 7.4 |
| Springbrook High | 7.0 |
| Viers Mill Elementary | 4.4 |
| Kemp Mill Elementary | 5.4 |
| James Hubert Blake High | 7.8 |
Showing 20 of 53 schools. View all schools in Silver Spring
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
13500 LAYHILL RD, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barrie School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Westover Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST ANDREW APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bel Pre Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bel Pre Elementary Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Argyle Middle Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Glenallan Elementary Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Strathmore Elementary Silver Spring | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | — |
| Weller Road Elementary Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| A. Mario Loiederman Middle Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Wheaton High Silver Spring | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Harmony Hills Elementary Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Westover Elementary Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Highland Elementary Silver Spring | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle Silver Spring | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Arcola Elementary Silver Spring | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ST ANDREW APOSTLE SCHOOL Silver Spring | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Sargent Shriver Elementary Silver Spring | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| LEO BERNSTEIN JEWISH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Silver Spring | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Stonegate Elementary Silver Spring | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| KEHILLAT ASHREINU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,964
Median Home Value
$440,600
Median Rent
$1,945/mo
Population
71,216
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE HARBOUR SCHOOL AT ANNAPOLIS Annapolis, MD | 8.6 |
| THE SIENA SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 8.4 |
| THE MARYLAND SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Baltimore, MD | 8.2 |
| MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Elkridge, MD | 8.1 |
| THE KATHERINE THOMAS SCHOOL Rockville, MD | 9.1 |
| SMCA White Plains, MD | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barrie School
What grades does Barrie School serve?
Barrie School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Barrie School?
Barrie School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barrie School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barrie School is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Barrie School rank in MD?
Barrie School ranks #10 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Barrie School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barrie 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 Barrie School a private school?
Yes, Barrie School 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 Barrie School a religious school?
No, Barrie School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 231
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 576-2800
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