Very Good
#111 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 29% of private schools
Dematha Catholic High School
High School
4313 MADISON ST, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#111 of 378
In Hyattsville
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Dematha Catholic High School
Dematha Catholic High School is a private high school in Hyattsville, MD. Dematha Catholic High School serves approximately 807 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dematha Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Dematha Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dematha Catholic High 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
BetaHow Dematha Catholic High School compares to the 13 public schools in Hyattsville, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hyattsville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dematha Catholic High School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Hyattsville Elementary | 7.4 |
| Hyattsville Middle | 5.7 |
| University Park Elementary | 6.9 |
| Nicholas Orem Middle | 6.6 |
| Edward M. Felegy ES | 8.1 |
| Northwestern High | 4.4 |
| Rosa L. Parks Elementary | 3.9 |
| Lewisdale Elementary | 4.4 |
| Chillum Elementary | 3.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary | 7.3 |
| Ridgecrest Elementary | 5.8 |
| Woodridge Elementary | 5.5 |
| Langley Park-McCormick Elementary | 4.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
4313 MADISON ST, Hyattsville, MD 20781
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dematha Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. College Park Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHELSEA SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ELIZABETH SETON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Bladensburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hyattsville, see our Hyattsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hyattsville Elementary Hyattsville | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Hyattsville Middle Hyattsville | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JEROME ACADEMY Hyattsville | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| University Park Elementary Hyattsville | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Riverdale Elementary Riverdale | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| GREENWOOD SCHOOL OPERATED BY GEORGETOWN HILL Hyattsville | 1.0 mi | — |
| CHELSEA SCHOOL Hyattsville | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| College Park Academy Riverdale | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Nicholas Orem Middle Hyattsville | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Northwestern High Hyattsville | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| International High School @ Langley Park Bladensburg | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Bladensburg Elementary Bladensburg | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Edward M. Felegy ES Hyattsville | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Thomas S. Stone Elementary Mt. Rainier | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Mt Rainier Elementary Mt. Rainier | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Bladensburg High Bladensburg | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ELIZABETH SETON HIGH SCHOOL Bladensburg | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lewisdale Elementary Hyattsville | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Rosa L. Parks Elementary Hyattsville | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Rogers Heights Elementary Bladensburg | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20781 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,037
Median Home Value
$453,100
Median Rent
$1,695/mo
Population
13,274
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson, MD | 7.0 |
| Smithsburg High Smithsburg, MD | 7.0 |
| Middletown High Middletown, MD | 6.8 |
| South Carroll High Sykesville, MD | 6.8 |
| Baltimore Design School Baltimore, MD | 7.3 |
| GEORGETOWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL North Bethesda, MD | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dematha Catholic High School
What grades does Dematha Catholic High School serve?
Dematha Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Dematha Catholic High School?
Dematha Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 807 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dematha Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dematha Catholic High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dematha Catholic High School rank in MD?
Dematha Catholic High School ranks #111 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Dematha Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dematha Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dematha Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Dematha Catholic High School is a private all-boys 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 Dematha Catholic High School a religious school?
Dematha Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 807
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 85
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (240) 764-2202
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