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#304 of 378 private schools in MD
Bethel Christian Academy
School
21 N EARLTON RD EXT, Havre De Grace, MD 21078
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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Bethel Christian Academy
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About Bethel Christian Academy
Bethel Christian Academy is a private school in Havre De Grace, MD. Bethel Christian Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Bethel Christian 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.
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Bethel Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bethel Christian 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
BetaHow Bethel Christian Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Havre De Grace, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethel Christian Academy (this school) | 5.3 |
| Meadowvale Elementary | 5.6 |
| Havre de Grace High | 6.6 |
| Havre de Grace Middle | 6.5 |
| Havre de Grace Elementary | 6.7 |
| Roye-Williams Elementary | 6.6 |
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
21 N EARLTON RD EXT, Havre De Grace, MD 21078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethel Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Darlington Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Darlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bakerfield Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bainbridge Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Port Deposit), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Havre De Grace, see our Havre De Grace schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREAT COMMISSION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace | 0.2 mi | — |
| Meadowvale Elementary Havre De Grace | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Havre de Grace Middle Havre De Grace | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Havre de Grace High Havre De Grace | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Roye-Williams Elementary Havre De Grace | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Havre de Grace Elementary Havre De Grace | 3.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Center for Educational Opportunity Aberdeen | 4.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Swan Creek School Aberdeen | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Aberdeen Middle Aberdeen | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Aberdeen High Aberdeen | 4.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Bakerfield Elementary Aberdeen | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Halls Cross Roads Elementary Aberdeen | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Aberdeen | 5.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Bainbridge Elementary Port Deposit | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Darlington Elementary Darlington | 5.0 mi | 9.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perryville | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Perryville Middle Perryville | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Perryville Elementary Perryville | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen | 5.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Perryville High Perryville | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,451
Median Home Value
$355,500
Median Rent
$1,331/mo
Population
20,002
College Educated
40.9%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
47.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OPEN BIBLE ACADEMY Cambridge, MD | 5.6 |
| EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air, MD | 5.7 |
| FREDERICK BAPTIST ACADEMY Frederick, MD | 5.9 |
| ISLAMIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 4.4 |
| FOUNDATION LEARNING CENTER THE Landover, MD | 6.2 |
| ALLEGANY BOYS CAMP Oldtown, MD | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethel Christian Academy
What grades does Bethel Christian Academy serve?
Bethel Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Bethel Christian Academy?
Bethel Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethel Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethel Christian Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethel Christian Academy rank in MD?
Bethel Christian Academy ranks #304 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Bethel Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethel Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Bethel Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bethel Christian Academy a religious school?
Bethel Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Pentecostal
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Harford County
- Phone
- (410) 939-0174
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