Very Good
#94 of 379 private schools in MD
Top 25% of private schools
Friends Meeting School
School
3232 GREEN VALLEY RD, Ijamsville, MD 21754
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MD statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#42 of 128
About Friends Meeting School
Friends Meeting School serves kindergarten through 12th grade in Ijamsville, Maryland, within Frederick County. With 98 students, 16 full-time teachers, and a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio, the school offers a complete K-12 Quaker education in a rural Maryland setting. No standardized test data is available.
Ijamsville is a rural community near a town in Frederick County, between the suburbs of Washington, D.C. and the agricultural heartland of western Maryland. The surrounding area has a median household income of about $179,000, home values averaging $600,600, and 58% of adults with college degrees — an affluent semi-rural community where the Quaker values of simplicity and community find a natural home. The modest enrollment creates a tight-knit community where students and teachers know each other well.
Families in the area reflect a community invested in their children's futures, and the school draws from a neighborhood where education is a clear priority. The rural setting provides a quiet, unhurried environment where students can focus on learning and grow as part of a close community.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 98 students, Friends Meeting School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.1:1, Friends Meeting School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Friends Meeting School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $26,426
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $25,115
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.95x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 94%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $4.5M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 98 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Friends Meeting School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Ijamsville, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friends Meeting School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Windsor Knolls Middle | 5.5 |
| Urbana Middle | 5.2 |
| Urbana High | 6.0 |
| Oakdale High | 4.5 |
| Oakdale Middle | 4.5 |
| Oakdale Elementary | 7.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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.
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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
3232 GREEN VALLEY RD, Ijamsville, MD 21754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friends Meeting School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Deer Crossing Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby New Market), which scores notably higher. Another option is Damascus Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Damascus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Green Valley Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Monrovia), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ijamsville, see our Ijamsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Windsor Knolls Middle Ijamsville | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Green Valley Elementary Monrovia | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| GREEN VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Clarksburg | 3.0 mi | — |
| Kemptown Elementary Monrovia | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Centerville Elementary Frederick | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Urbana Middle Ijamsville | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Urbana High Ijamsville | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| New Market Elementary New Market | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| New Market Middle New Market | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Urbana Elementary Frederick | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Little Bennett Elementary Clarksburg | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Oakdale High Ijamsville | 5.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Oakdale Middle Ijamsville | 5.3 mi | 4.5 |
| John T. Baker Middle School Damascus | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Damascus Elementary Damascus | 4.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Oakdale Elementary Ijamsville | 5.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Deer Crossing Elementary New Market | 5.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Sugarloaf Elementary Frederick | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Damascus High Damascus | 4.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg | 5.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,797
Median Home Value
$619,700
Median Rent
$1,745/mo
Population
7,439
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
40.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
41.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Friends Meeting School has a median household income of $179,797. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $619,700, with a median rent of $1,745/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friends Meeting School
What grades does Friends Meeting School serve?
Friends Meeting School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Friends Meeting School?
Friends Meeting School has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friends Meeting School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friends Meeting School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Friends Meeting School rank in MD?
Friends Meeting School is ranked #94 out of 379 private schools in MD.
What is Friends Meeting School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friends Meeting School has a composite rating of 7.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Friends Meeting School a private school?
Yes, Friends Meeting School is a private coeducational school with a Friends (Quaker) affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Friends Meeting School a religious school?
Friends Meeting School has a Friends (Quaker) religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 98
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Friends (Quaker)
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- FREDERICK
- Phone
- (301) 798-0288
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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