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#265 of 378 private schools in MD
Cardinal Hickey Academy
Elementary School
1601 W MOUNT HARMONY RD, Owings, MD 20736
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
155
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#265 of 378
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Cardinal Hickey Academy
Elementary School in Owings · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cardinal Hickey Academy
Cardinal Hickey Academy is a private elementary school in Owings, MD. Cardinal Hickey Academy serves approximately 155 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Hickey Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #265 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 155 students, Cardinal Hickey 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.
Cardinal Hickey 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 Cardinal Hickey Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Owings, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Owings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cardinal Hickey Academy (this school) | 5.7 |
| Mount Harmony Elementary | 8.3 |
| Northern High | 7.3 |
| Northern Middle | 6.9 |
| Windy Hill Elementary | 7.6 |
| Windy Hill Middle | 7.0 |
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
1601 W MOUNT HARMONY RD, Owings, MD 20736
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardinal Hickey Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Harmony Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Huntingtown Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Huntingtown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beach Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Owings, see our Owings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Harmony Elementary Owings | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Northern High Owings | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Northern Middle Owings | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| THE WESLEY SCHOOL Owings | 2.0 mi | — |
| Sunderland Elementary Sunderland | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Windy Hill Elementary Owings | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Windy Hill Middle Owings | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Traceys Elementary Traceys Landing | 5.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Huntingtown Elementary Huntingtown | 6.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Huntingtown High School Huntingtown | 6.4 mi | 7.1 |
| TIDEWATER SCHOOL Huntingtown | 6.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Beach Elementary Chesapeake Beach | 5.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Deale Elementary Deale | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Southern Middle Lothian | 8.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Lothian Elementary Lothian | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THE CALVERTON SCHOOL Huntingtown | 8.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Plum Point Elementary Huntingtown | 8.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Plum Point Middle Huntingtown | 8.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Patuxent Elementary Upper Marlboro | 9.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Baden Elementary Brandywine | 7.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20736 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,821
Median Home Value
$570,900
Median Rent
$1,755/mo
Population
9,775
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
94.5%
Avg Commute
41.4 min
Poverty Rate
1%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hancock Elementary Hancock, MD | 5.7 |
| Manor View Elementary Ft. Meade, MD | 5.7 |
| Matthew A. Henson Elementary Baltimore, MD | 5.7 |
| GEORGE E PETERS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hyattsville, MD | 5.8 |
| West Meade Early Education Center Ft. Meade, MD | 5.8 |
| MOUNT AVIAT ACADEMY Childs, MD | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardinal Hickey Academy
What grades does Cardinal Hickey Academy serve?
Cardinal Hickey Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cardinal Hickey Academy?
Cardinal Hickey Academy has an enrollment of approximately 155 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Hickey Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Hickey Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cardinal Hickey Academy rank in MD?
Cardinal Hickey Academy ranks #265 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Cardinal Hickey Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardinal Hickey Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cardinal Hickey Academy a private school?
Yes, Cardinal Hickey Academy 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 Cardinal Hickey Academy a religious school?
Cardinal Hickey Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 155
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Calvert County
- Phone
- (410) 286-0404
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