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#119 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 31% of private schools
Connelly School of the Holy Child
High School
9029 BRADLEY BLVD, Potomac, MD 20854
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
350
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#119 of 378
In Potomac
#6 of 9
public schools
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About Connelly School of the Holy Child
Connelly School of the Holy Child is a private high school in Potomac, MD. Connelly School of the Holy Child serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Connelly School of the Holy Child has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Connelly School of the Holy Child sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Connelly School of the Holy Child 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 Connelly School of the Holy Child compares to the 8 public schools in Potomac, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Potomac
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Connelly School of the Holy Child (this school) | 6.9 |
| Potomac Elementary | 8.9 |
| Cabin John Middle | 9.0 |
| Bells Mill Elementary | 9.3 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | 9.1 |
| Winston Churchill High | 8.0 |
| Wayside Elementary | 9.8 |
| Beverly Farms Elementary | 9.1 |
| Cold Spring Elementary | 9.7 |
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
9029 BRADLEY BLVD, Potomac, MD 20854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Connelly School of the Holy Child may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Seven Locks Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bethesda), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carderock Springs Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Bethesda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bells Mill Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Potomac, see our Potomac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORWOOD SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY SCHOOL Potomac | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary Bethesda | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Seven Locks Elementary Bethesda | 1.6 mi | 9.7 |
| MATER DEI SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| BULLIS SCHOOL Potomac | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Potomac Elementary Potomac | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Cabin John Middle Potomac | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| THE HEIGHTS SCHOOL Potomac | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Bells Mill Elementary Potomac | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| HOLTON-ARMS SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| THE PRIMARY DAY SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethesda | 2.4 mi | — |
| MC LEAN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Potomac | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| NO CHANGE! Potomac | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle Potomac | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Burning Tree Elementary Bethesda | 2.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Winston Churchill High Potomac | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Potomac | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,105,300
Median Rent
$3,180/mo
Population
49,694
College Educated
85.7%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pocomoke High Pocomoke City, MD | 6.9 |
| Reginald F. Lewis High Baltimore, MD | 6.8 |
| THE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OF BALTIMORE Baltimore, MD | 6.8 |
| CONCORDIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson, MD | 6.7 |
| Clear Spring High Clear Spring, MD | 6.7 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Connelly School of the Holy Child
What grades does Connelly School of the Holy Child serve?
Connelly School of the Holy Child serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Connelly School of the Holy Child?
Connelly School of the Holy Child has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Connelly School of the Holy Child?
The student-teacher ratio at Connelly School of the Holy Child is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Connelly School of the Holy Child rank in MD?
Connelly School of the Holy Child ranks #119 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Connelly School of the Holy Child's MySchoolScout rating?
Connelly School of the Holy Child has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Connelly School of the Holy Child a private school?
Yes, Connelly School of the Holy Child is a private all-girls 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 Connelly School of the Holy Child a religious school?
Connelly School of the Holy Child has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 350
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 365-0955
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