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#48 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 12% of private schools

Chelsea School

High School

2970 BELCREST CENTER DR FL 4, Hyattsville, MD 20782

Private

Enrollment

71

Student-Teacher

2.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#48 of 378

In Hyattsville

#1 of 5

public schools

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Chelsea School

7.7/10

High School in Hyattsville · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Chelsea School

Chelsea School is a private high school in Hyattsville, MD. Chelsea School serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Chelsea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.6 pts above MD schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • MD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Chelsea 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.

At 2.9:1 students to teachers, Chelsea School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chelsea 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 Chelsea School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Hyattsville, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.9:1
This School
vs
14:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
71
This School
vs
749
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 71.8% vs 0%
White 16.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.5% vs 0%
Chelsea School Hyattsville Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Chelsea School (this school) 7.7
Nicholas Orem Middle 6.6
Edward M. Felegy ES 8.1
Northwestern High 4.4
Hyattsville Middle 5.7
University Park Elementary 6.9
Rosa L. Parks Elementary 3.9
Lewisdale Elementary 4.4
Hyattsville Elementary 7.4
Cesar Chavez Elementary 7.3
Chillum Elementary 3.5
Ridgecrest Elementary 5.8
Langley Park-McCormick Elementary 4.5
Woodridge Elementary 5.5

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)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,295
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 45%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 71
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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 71.8%
White 16.9%
Hispanic 8.5%
Pacific Islander 1.4%
Two or More 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2970 BELCREST CENTER DR FL 4, Hyattsville, MD 20782

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chelsea School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. College Park Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is DEMATHA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Northwestern High (rated 4.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hyattsville, see our Hyattsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENWOOD SCHOOL OPERATED BY GEORGETOWN HILL Hyattsville 0.3 mi
Nicholas Orem Middle Hyattsville 0.3 mi 6.6
Edward M. Felegy ES Hyattsville 0.4 mi 8.1
Northwestern High Hyattsville 0.6 mi 4.4
Hyattsville Middle Hyattsville 0.7 mi 5.7
University Park Elementary Hyattsville 0.7 mi 6.9
Lewisdale Elementary Hyattsville 0.9 mi 4.4
DEMATHA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hyattsville 0.9 mi 7.0
Rosa L. Parks Elementary Hyattsville 0.9 mi 3.9
ST JEROME ACADEMY Hyattsville 1.1 mi 5.6
Hyattsville Elementary Hyattsville 1.1 mi 7.4
Thomas S. Stone Elementary Mt. Rainier 1.4 mi 5.6
Cesar Chavez Elementary Hyattsville 1.4 mi 7.3
Riverdale Elementary Riverdale 1.5 mi 5.3
Mt Rainier Elementary Mt. Rainier 1.9 mi 4.4
College Park Academy Riverdale 1.5 mi 8.2
Chillum Elementary Hyattsville 1.6 mi 3.5
GEORGE E PETERS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hyattsville 1.6 mi 5.8
LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Washington 1.9 mi
Carole Highlands Elementary Takoma Park 1.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,226

Median Home Value

$431,300

Median Rent

$1,789/mo

Population

34,646

College Educated

37.3%

Homeownership

43.9%

Avg Commute

35.2 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

36.9

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Gateway School Westminster, MD 8.1
HIGHLAND VIEW ACADEMY Hagerstown, MD 7.0
SPRINGDALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Windsor, MD 8.4
WYE RIVER UPPER SCHOOL Centreville, MD 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chelsea School

What grades does Chelsea School serve?

Chelsea School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Chelsea School?

Chelsea School has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chelsea School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chelsea School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chelsea School rank in MD?

Chelsea School ranks #48 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Chelsea School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chelsea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chelsea School a private school?

Yes, Chelsea School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Chelsea School a religious school?

No, Chelsea School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
66 Good Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
71
Gender Split
72% M / 28% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County

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