Needs Improvement
#372 of 378 private schools in MD
Beltsville Adventist School
Elementary School
4230 AMMENDALE RD, Beltsville, MD 20705
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
191
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#372 of 378
In Beltsville
#2 of 2
public schools
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Beltsville Adventist School
Elementary School in Beltsville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beltsville Adventist School
Beltsville Adventist School is a private elementary school in Beltsville, MD. Beltsville Adventist School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Beltsville Adventist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 191 students, Beltsville Adventist 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.
Beltsville Adventist 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 Beltsville Adventist School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Beltsville, MD
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beltsville Adventist School (this school) | 3.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle | 4.0 |
| Calverton Elementary | 3.9 |
| Beltsville Academy | 5.1 |
| James E. Duckworth | 2.3 |
| Vansville Elementary | 4.7 |
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
4230 AMMENDALE RD, Beltsville, MD 20705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beltsville Adventist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. Another option is Galway Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Silver Spring), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S REGIONAL CATHOLIC SC (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beltsville, see our Beltsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Beltsville | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Calverton Elementary Beltsville | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Beltsville Academy Beltsville | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH'S REGIONAL CATHOLIC SC Beltsville | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| James E. Duckworth Beltsville | 1.2 mi | 2.3 |
| High Point High Beltsville | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Galway Elementary Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Frances R Fuchs E C C Beltsville | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Vansville Elementary Beltsville | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Greencastle Elementary Silver Spring | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SILVER OAKS COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Adelphi | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Hollywood Elementary College Park | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| AL-HUDA SCHOOL College Park | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Paint Branch High Burtonsville | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter Laurel | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Springhill Lake Elementary Greenbelt | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Benjamin Banneker Middle Burtonsville | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Fairland Elementary Silver Spring | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ECHELON ACADEMY Burtonsville | 3.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,691
Median Home Value
$423,000
Median Rent
$1,777/mo
Population
28,119
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Callaway Elementary Baltimore, MD | 4.1 |
| Edgewood Elementary Baltimore, MD | 3.5 |
| MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Berlin, MD | 4.1 |
| Robert W. Coleman Elementary Baltimore, MD | 3.5 |
| THE H.O.P.E. ACADEMY BALTIMORE, INC. Baltimore, MD | 4.1 |
| Annapolis Elementary Annapolis, MD | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beltsville Adventist School
What grades does Beltsville Adventist School serve?
Beltsville Adventist School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Beltsville Adventist School?
Beltsville Adventist School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beltsville Adventist School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beltsville Adventist School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beltsville Adventist School rank in MD?
Beltsville Adventist School ranks #372 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Beltsville Adventist School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beltsville Adventist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beltsville Adventist School a private school?
Yes, Beltsville Adventist School 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 Beltsville Adventist School a religious school?
Beltsville Adventist School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 191
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (301) 937-2933
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