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Below Average

#359 of 378 private schools in MD

Cardinal Shehan School

Elementary School

5407 LOCH RAVEN BLVD, Baltimore, MD 21239

Private

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#359 of 378

In Baltimore

#54 of 59

public schools

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Cardinal Shehan School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Baltimore · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northwood Elementary

5.0/10

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2.6/10

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About Cardinal Shehan School

Cardinal Shehan School is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. Cardinal Shehan School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Shehan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #359 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares2.1 pts below MD schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Cardinal Shehan 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

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How Cardinal Shehan School compares to 230 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
319
This School
vs
482
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 99.1% vs 0%
Cardinal Shehan School Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Cardinal Shehan School (this school) 4.2
Northwood Elementary 5.0
Leith Walk Elementary/Middle 2.6
Yorkwood Elementary 5.5
Govans Elementary 3.6
Tunbridge Public Charter School 7.6
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle 5.7
Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle 4.3
Lois T. Murray Elementary/Middle 2.1
Halstead Academy 3.0
Hamilton Elementary/Middle 4.7
Stoneleigh Elementary 8.2
City Neighbors Hamilton 8.0
Montebello Elementary/Middle 4.6
Waverly Elementary/Middle 4.8
Dumbarton Middle 6.6
Rodgers Forge Elementary 9.2
Abbottston Elementary 4.5
Gardenville Elementary 3.2
Loch Raven Technical Academy 3.9
The Green School of Baltimore 7.6

Showing 20 of 230 schools. View all schools in Baltimore

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 319
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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)

Black 99.1%
Two or More 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5407 LOCH RAVEN BLVD, Baltimore, MD 21239

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cardinal Shehan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stoneleigh Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tunbridge Public Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Northwood Elementary Baltimore 0.3 mi 5.0
Leith Walk Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.6 mi 2.6
Yorkwood Elementary Baltimore 0.6 mi 5.5
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore 0.7 mi 7.2
Reginald F. Lewis High Baltimore 1.1 mi 6.8
Govans Elementary Baltimore 1.1 mi 3.6
Achievement Academy at Harbor City High Baltimore 1.1 mi 6.0
Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.3 mi 4.3
Lois T. Murray Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.3 mi 2.1
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.2 mi 5.7
Tunbridge Public Charter School Baltimore 1.1 mi 7.6
EDWARDS ACADEMY CHRISTIAN INSTITUTE OF LEARNING Baltimore 1.2 mi
GOVANS PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Baltimore 1.2 mi
THE CHILDREN'S GUILD Chillum 1.4 mi 7.1
ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.6 mi 8.6
Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High Baltimore 1.7 mi 3.1
Halstead Academy Baltimore 1.6 mi 3.0
Stoneleigh Elementary Baltimore 1.8 mi 8.2
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Baltimore 1.8 mi 7.5
Montebello Elementary/Middle Baltimore 2.0 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,288

Median Home Value

$191,200

Median Rent

$1,337/mo

Population

28,635

College Educated

33%

Homeownership

56.1%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

36.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Carmody Hills Elementary Capitol Heights, MD 4.2
Hernwood Elementary Randallstown, MD 4.2
North Glen Elementary Glen Burnie, MD 4.2
Rockledge Elementary Bowie, MD 4.2
Shady Spring Elementary Baltimore, MD 4.2
Apple Grove Elementary Fort Washington, MD 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cardinal Shehan School

What grades does Cardinal Shehan School serve?

Cardinal Shehan School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Cardinal Shehan School?

Cardinal Shehan School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Shehan School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Shehan School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cardinal Shehan School rank in MD?

Cardinal Shehan School ranks #359 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Cardinal Shehan School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cardinal Shehan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cardinal Shehan School a private school?

Yes, Cardinal Shehan 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 Cardinal Shehan School a religious school?

Cardinal Shehan School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
319
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city

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