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#59 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 15% of private schools

Chimes School the

School

4810 SETON DR, Baltimore, MD 21215

Private

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

3rd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#59 of 378

In Baltimore

#9 of 59

public schools

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Chimes School the

7.6/10

School in Baltimore · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Chimes School the

Chimes School the is a private school in Baltimore, MD. Chimes School the serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Chimes School the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.3 pts above MD schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 61 students, Chimes School the 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 6.1:1 students to teachers, Chimes School the sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Chimes School the 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 Chimes School the compares to 269 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
61
This School
vs
564
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 50.8% vs 0%
White 41% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.6% vs 0%
Chimes School the Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Chimes School the (this school) 7.6
Powhatan Elementary 6.1
Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary/Middle 2.0
Milbrook Elementary 3.2
Forest Park High 4.8
Fallstaff Elementary/Middle 4.1
Sudbrook Magnet Middle 4.8
Arlington Elementary 5.3
Woodlawn Middle 5.7
Cross Country Elementary/Middle 6.1
Bedford Elementary 6.7
Woodmoor Elementary 3.5
Callaway Elementary 4.1
Liberty Elementary 3.5
Featherbed Lane Elementary 5.3
Meadowood Education Center
Dickey Hill Elementary/Middle 4.5
Pimlico Elementary/Middle 4.6
Woodlawn High 3.9
Windsor Hills Elementary/Middle 6.5
Hebbville Elementary 6.1

Showing 20 of 269 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)
A 8.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,293.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 61
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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 50.8%
White 41.0%
Hispanic 6.6%
Asian 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4810 SETON DR, Baltimore, MD 21215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chimes School the may also want to explore other schools in the area. GATEWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bedford Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OHR CHADASH ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Pikesville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
GATEWAY SCHOOL Baltimore 0.2 mi 7.6
DARCHEI NOAM Baltimore 0.2 mi 5.6
Powhatan Elementary Baltimore 0.8 mi 6.1
GODS LITTLE CHERUBS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltimore 0.9 mi
Campfield Early Childhood Center Baltimore 0.9 mi 4.8
Milbrook Elementary Baltimore 1.2 mi 3.2
Calvin M. Rodwell Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.2 mi 2.0
Fallstaff Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.4 mi 4.1
Cross Country Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.5 mi 6.1
Forest Park High Baltimore 1.3 mi 4.8
CHEDER D'KAHAL CHASSIDIM Baltimore 1.4 mi 6.1
Sudbrook Magnet Middle Baltimore 1.4 mi 4.8
BALTIMORE TORAH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.6 mi
YESHIVAT MEKOR CHAIM Baltimore 1.4 mi
Arlington Elementary Baltimore 1.4 mi 5.3
OHR CHADASH ACADEMY Pikesville 1.9 mi 6.2
Bedford Elementary Baltimore 1.7 mi 6.7
Woodlawn Middle Baltimore 1.5 mi 5.7
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.6 mi 4.3
Liberty Elementary Baltimore 1.8 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,606

Median Home Value

$189,900

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

52,078

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

53.3%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

21.7%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chimes School the

What grades does Chimes School the serve?

Chimes School the serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.

How many students attend Chimes School the?

Chimes School the has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chimes School the?

The student-teacher ratio at Chimes School the is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Chimes School the rank in MD?

Chimes School the ranks #59 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Chimes School the's MySchoolScout rating?

Chimes School the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Chimes School the a private school?

Yes, Chimes School the 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 Chimes School the a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
61
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
199 days
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city

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