Below Average
#340 of 378 private schools in MD
Bishop Mcnamara High School
High School
6800 MARLBORO PIKE, Forestville, MD 20747
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#340 of 378
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Bishop Mcnamara High School
High School in Forestville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bishop Mcnamara High School
Bishop Mcnamara High School is a private high school in Forestville, MD. Bishop Mcnamara High School serves approximately 872 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Mcnamara High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Bishop Mcnamara High 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 Bishop Mcnamara High School compares to the 5 public schools in Forestville, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Forestville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Mcnamara High School (this school) | 4.6 |
| Longfields Elementary | 8.5 |
| North Forestville Elementary | 4.4 |
| James Madison Middle | 5.2 |
| Samuel P. Massie Academy | 3.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Academy | 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
6800 MARLBORO PIKE, Forestville, MD 20747
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Mcnamara High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Suitland High (rated 4.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Suitland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Central High (rated 4.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Capitol Heights), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Forestville, see our Forestville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Longfields Elementary Forestville | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| District Heights Elementary District Heights | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| North Forestville Elementary Forestville | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| James Madison Middle Forestville | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Francis Scott Key Elementary District Heights | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| John H. Bayne Elementary Capitol Heights | 1.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Samuel P. Massie Academy Forestville | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Concord Elementary District Heights | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Andrew Jackson Academy Forestville | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Imagine Foundations at Morningside PCS Morningside | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Walker Mill Middle Capitol Heights | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Benjamin D. Foulois Academy Morningside | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Doswell E. Brooks Elementary Capital Heights | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Suitland High Suitland | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Central High Capitol Heights | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Drew-Freeman Middle District Heights | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| William Beanes Elementary Suitland | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| FROM THE HEART CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suitland | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| William W. Hall Academy Capitol Heights | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Capitol Heights Elementary Capitol Heights | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,931
Median Home Value
$325,400
Median Rent
$1,635/mo
Population
37,924
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
39.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
39.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edmondson-Westside High Baltimore, MD | 4.6 |
| Chesapeake High Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| Frederick Douglass High Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| Joppatowne High Joppa, MD | 4.5 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar High Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| Academy for College and Career Exploration Baltimore, MD | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Mcnamara High School
What grades does Bishop Mcnamara High School serve?
Bishop Mcnamara High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Mcnamara High School?
Bishop Mcnamara High School has an enrollment of approximately 872 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Mcnamara High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Mcnamara High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Mcnamara High School rank in MD?
Bishop Mcnamara High School ranks #340 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Bishop Mcnamara High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Mcnamara High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Mcnamara High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Mcnamara High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bishop Mcnamara High School a religious school?
Bishop Mcnamara High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 872
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (301) 735-8401
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