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#238 of 378 private schools in MD

Christian Academy of Laurel

Elementary School

15002 FIRST BAPTIST LN, Laurel, MD 20707

Private

Enrollment

136

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#238 of 378

In Laurel

#3 of 5

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Christian Academy of Laurel

6.0/10

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

Scotchtown Hills Elementary

3.6/10

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4.9/10

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About Christian Academy of Laurel

Christian Academy of Laurel is a private elementary school in Laurel, MD. Christian Academy of Laurel serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Christian Academy of Laurel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #238 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.3 pts below MD schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 136 students, Christian Academy of Laurel 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.

Christian Academy of Laurel 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 Christian Academy of Laurel compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Laurel, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
This School
vs
13.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
136
This School
vs
624
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 71.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.6% vs 0%
Asian 9.6% vs 0%
White 2.9% vs 0%
Christian Academy of Laurel Laurel Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Christian Academy of Laurel (this school) 6.0
Scotchtown Hills Elementary 3.6
Bond Mill Elementary 4.9
Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter 7.8
Laurel Elementary 5.4
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle 5.6
James H. Harrison Elementary 5.6
Oaklands Elementary 5.4
Laurel Woods Elementary 5.8
Deerfield Run Elementary 4.3
Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus 8.9
Brock Bridge Elementary 4.3
Forest Ridge Elementary 6.8
Maryland City Elementary 5.2
Gorman Crossing Elementary 8.1
Murray Hill Middle 7.4
Hammond Elementary 8.0
Hammond Middle 7.9
Montpelier Elementary 5.1
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings formerly Oak Hill 5.8

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)
B 5.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,144
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 46%
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
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Enrollment 136
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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 71.3%
Hispanic 9.6%
Asian 9.6%
Two or More 5.9%
White 2.9%
Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

15002 FIRST BAPTIST LN, Laurel, MD 20707

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christian Academy of Laurel may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gorman Crossing Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hammond Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forest Ridge Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Laurel, see our Laurel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Scotchtown Hills Elementary Laurel 0.6 mi 3.6
Laurel High Laurel 0.6 mi 4.9
Bond Mill Elementary Laurel 1.2 mi 4.9
ST VINCENT PALLOTTI HIGH SCHOOL Laurel 1.2 mi 5.5
ST MARY OF THE MILLS SCHOOL Laurel 1.3 mi 6.0
Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter Laurel 1.3 mi 7.8
Laurel Elementary Laurel 1.4 mi 5.4
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle Laurel 1.9 mi 5.6
James H. Harrison Elementary Laurel 2.1 mi 5.6
Oaklands Elementary Laurel 2.1 mi 5.4
THE JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Laurel 2.1 mi 2.9
Laurel Woods Elementary Laurel 2.2 mi 5.8
Deerfield Run Elementary Laurel 2.6 mi 4.3
Hammond Elementary Laurel 3.3 mi 8.0
Gorman Crossing Elementary Laurel 3.3 mi 8.1
Hammond Middle Laurel 3.4 mi 7.9
Murray Hill Middle Laurel 3.3 mi 7.4
Forest Ridge Elementary Laurel 3.1 mi 6.8
PHILLIPS SCHOOL - LAUREL Laurel 2.8 mi 6.6
ECHELON ACADEMY Burtonsville 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,093

Median Home Value

$411,200

Median Rent

$1,880/mo

Population

36,549

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christian Academy of Laurel

What grades does Christian Academy of Laurel serve?

Christian Academy of Laurel serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Christian Academy of Laurel?

Christian Academy of Laurel has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christian Academy of Laurel?

The student-teacher ratio at Christian Academy of Laurel is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christian Academy of Laurel rank in MD?

Christian Academy of Laurel ranks #238 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Christian Academy of Laurel's MySchoolScout rating?

Christian Academy of Laurel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christian Academy of Laurel a private school?

Yes, Christian Academy of Laurel is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Christian Academy of Laurel a religious school?

Christian Academy of Laurel has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
136
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County

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