Very Good
#81 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 21% of private schools
Columbia Academy
Elementary School
10350 OLD COLUMBIA RD, Columbia, MD 21046
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#81 of 378
In Columbia
#1 of 3
public schools
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Columbia Academy
Elementary School in Columbia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Columbia Academy
Columbia Academy is a private elementary school in Columbia, MD. Columbia Academy serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbia Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Columbia 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.
Columbia 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 Columbia Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Columbia Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Atholton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Clemens Crossing Elementary | 8.1 |
| Lake Elkhorn Middle | 7.4 |
| Cradlerock Elementary | 5.8 |
| Stevens Forest Elementary | 7.8 |
| Guilford Elementary | 5.9 |
| Oakland Mills Middle | 7.3 |
| Wilde Lake Middle | 7.8 |
| Swansfield Elementary | 7.4 |
| Talbott Springs Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bryant Woods Elementary | 6.7 |
| Jeffers Hill Elementary | 7.0 |
| Harpers Choice Middle | 6.3 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 6.2 |
| Running Brook Elementary | 5.5 |
| Thunder Hill Elementary | 6.6 |
| Phelps Luck Elementary | 7.6 |
| Waterloo Elementary | 9.1 |
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
10350 OLD COLUMBIA RD, Columbia, MD 21046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbia Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atholton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Clemens Crossing Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Gorman Crossing Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Laurel), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNTHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 0.5 mi | — |
| Atholton Elementary Columbia | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Atholton High Columbia | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ATHOLTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Clemens Crossing Elementary Columbia | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Hammond High Columbia | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| THE MANDALA SCHOOL INC Columbia | 1.4 mi | — |
| KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS Laurel | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hammond Middle Laurel | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Hammond Elementary Laurel | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Lake Elkhorn Middle Columbia | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Cradlerock Elementary Columbia | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Columbia | 2.0 mi | — |
| Gorman Crossing Elementary Laurel | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Murray Hill Middle Laurel | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Stevens Forest Elementary Columbia | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Wilde Lake High Columbia | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Wilde Lake Middle Columbia | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| NURTURING NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 2.5 mi | — |
| Oakland Mills Middle Columbia | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,549
Median Home Value
$469,000
Median Rent
$2,099/mo
Population
15,433
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
37.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baltimore International Academy West Baltimore, MD | 7.3 |
| ST COLUMBA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oxon Hill, MD | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Clinton, MD | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Olney, MD | 7.3 |
| MT AETNA ADVENTIST SCHOOL (MAAS) Hagerstown, MD | 7.2 |
| Rock Hall Elementary Rock Hall, MD | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbia Academy
What grades does Columbia Academy serve?
Columbia Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Columbia Academy?
Columbia Academy has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbia Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbia Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Columbia Academy rank in MD?
Columbia Academy ranks #81 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Columbia Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbia Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Columbia Academy a private school?
Yes, Columbia Academy 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 Columbia Academy a religious school?
No, Columbia Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 196
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Howard County
- Phone
- (301) 497-8610
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