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#163 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 43% of private schools

Elizabeth Seton High School

High School

5715 EMERSON ST, Bladensburg, MD 20710

Private

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Elizabeth Seton High School

6.6/10

High School in Bladensburg · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Elizabeth Seton High School

Elizabeth Seton High School is a private high school in Bladensburg, MD. Elizabeth Seton High School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Elizabeth Seton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.5 pts above MD schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Elizabeth Seton High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Elizabeth Seton 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

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How Elizabeth Seton High School compares to the 5 public schools in Bladensburg, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
14.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
598
This School
vs
940
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 60.5% vs 0%
White 19.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Elizabeth Seton High School Bladensburg Public Avg

All Schools in Bladensburg

School Rating
Elizabeth Seton High School (this school) 6.6
Rogers Heights Elementary 5.3
Port Towns Elementary 3.2
Bladensburg High 4.7
International High School @ Langley Park 6.2
Bladensburg Elementary 5.4

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 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,020
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 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)
B 5.5 / 10
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Enrollment 598
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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 60.5%
White 19.9%
Hispanic 11.2%
Two or More 6.4%
Asian 1.5%
Native American 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5715 EMERSON ST, Bladensburg, MD 20710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elizabeth Seton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. College Park Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is International High School @ Langley Park (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Parkdale High (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bladensburg, see our Bladensburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Rogers Heights Elementary Bladensburg 0.1 mi 5.3
Port Towns Elementary Bladensburg 0.2 mi 3.2
Bladensburg High Bladensburg 0.3 mi 4.7
Cooper Lane Elementary Landover Hills 0.9 mi 4.7
Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary Cheverly 1.1 mi 4.6
International High School @ Langley Park Bladensburg 1.0 mi 6.2
ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cheverly 1.3 mi 5.6
Bladensburg Elementary Bladensburg 1.1 mi 5.4
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Hyattsville 1.1 mi 6.4
NEW HOPE ACADEMY Landover Hills 1.1 mi 7.3
Beacon Heights Elementary Riverdale 1.2 mi 5.7
Riverdale Elementary Riverdale 1.3 mi 5.3
William Wirt Middle Riverdale 1.5 mi 6.3
Woodridge Elementary Hyattsville 1.3 mi 5.5
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Landover Hills 1.3 mi 6.2
Glenridge Elementary Landover Hills 1.4 mi 3.9
College Park Academy Riverdale 1.7 mi 8.2
Parkdale High Riverdale 1.8 mi 5.3
Hyattsville Elementary Hyattsville 1.6 mi 7.4
ST JEROME ACADEMY Hyattsville 1.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,406

Median Home Value

$335,000

Median Rent

$1,658/mo

Population

9,764

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

18.2%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

31.6

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School Rating
Colonel Richardson High School Federalsburg, MD 6.6
Crisfield Academy and High School Crisfield, MD 6.5
International High school @ Largo Upper Marlboro, MD 6.5
MARYVALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lutherville, MD 6.5
CONCORDIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson, MD 6.7
Clear Spring High Clear Spring, MD 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elizabeth Seton High School

What grades does Elizabeth Seton High School serve?

Elizabeth Seton High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Elizabeth Seton High School?

Elizabeth Seton High School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Seton High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elizabeth Seton High School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Elizabeth Seton High School rank in MD?

Elizabeth Seton High School ranks #163 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Elizabeth Seton High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elizabeth Seton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Elizabeth Seton High School a private school?

Yes, Elizabeth Seton High School 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 Elizabeth Seton High School a religious school?

Elizabeth Seton High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
598
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
94
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Prince George's County

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