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#246 of 378 private schools in MD

Fairhaven School

School

17900 QUEEN ANNE RD, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Private

Enrollment

60

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#246 of 378

In Upper Marlboro

#5 of 5

public schools

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Fairhaven School

5.9/10

School in Upper Marlboro · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Fairhaven School

Fairhaven School is a private school in Upper Marlboro, MD. Fairhaven School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairhaven School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #246 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.4 pts below MD schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 60 students, Fairhaven School 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.

Fairhaven 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.

Fairhaven School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Fairhaven School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Upper Marlboro, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
60
This School
vs
731
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.3% vs 0%
Black 20% vs 0%
Asian 5% vs 0%
Fairhaven School Upper Marlboro Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Fairhaven School (this school) 5.9
Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS 5.3
Patuxent Elementary 4.8
Perrywood Elementary 5.3
Kettering Middle 7.3
Barack Obama Elementary 4.9
Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High 4.7
Kettering Elementary 3.6
Largo High 5.3
International High school @ Largo 6.5
Arrowhead Elementary 6.4
Frederick Douglass High 6.5
Marlton Elementary 4.4
Chesapeake Math and IT South Public Charter 7.7
Melwood Elementary 4.8
Rosaryville Elementary 4.0
Mattaponi Elementary 7.1

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)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 8.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,496
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 60
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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)

White 63.3%
Black 20.0%
Two or More 11.7%
Asian 5.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

17900 QUEEN ANNE RD, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairhaven School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BELAIR BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Bowie), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RIVERDALE BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 5.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, C. Elizabeth Rieg (rated 3.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Mitchellville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Upper Marlboro, see our Upper Marlboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Pointer Ridge Elementary Bowie 2.1 mi 6.1
C. Elizabeth Rieg Mitchellville 3.0 mi 3.3
Davidsonville Elementary Davidsonville 3.5 mi 8.2
Patuxent Elementary Upper Marlboro 4.5 mi 4.8
Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS Upper Marlboro 3.8 mi 5.3
Northview Elementary Bowie 4.3 mi 4.6
Heather Hills Elementary Bowie 4.6 mi 9.4
Southern High Harwood 4.3 mi 6.5
Kenilworth Elementary Bowie 5.2 mi 5.3
Benjamin Tasker Middle Bowie 5.4 mi 7.7
BELAIR BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bowie 5.6 mi 6.9
ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Upper Marlboro 5.5 mi 7.1
Perrywood Elementary Upper Marlboro 5.0 mi 5.3
Tulip Grove Elementary Bowie 6.1 mi 6.3
Bowie High Bowie 6.6 mi 5.8
ST MATTHEW'S EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Bowie 6.5 mi
RIVERDALE BAPTIST SCHOOL Upper Marlboro 5.5 mi 6.3
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Bowie 6.6 mi 6.0
Lothian Elementary Lothian 6.2 mi 6.3
Chapel Forge E C C Bowie 7.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,392

Median Home Value

$439,500

Median Rent

$2,213/mo

Population

52,221

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

36.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

41.9

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ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL Baltimore, MD 5.7
EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air, MD 5.7
FOUNDATION LEARNING CENTER THE Landover, MD 6.2
OPEN BIBLE ACADEMY Cambridge, MD 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairhaven School

What grades does Fairhaven School serve?

Fairhaven School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Fairhaven School?

Fairhaven School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairhaven School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairhaven School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fairhaven School rank in MD?

Fairhaven School ranks #246 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Fairhaven School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairhaven School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fairhaven School a private school?

Yes, Fairhaven School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Fairhaven School a religious school?

Fairhaven School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
60
Gender Split
67% M / 33% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
8.8 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Prince George's County

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