Very Good
#79 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 21% of private schools
Gerstell Academy
Middle School
2500 OLD WESTMINSTER PIKE, Finksburg, MD 21048
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#79 of 378
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Gerstell Academy
Middle School in Finksburg · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gerstell Academy
Gerstell Academy is a private middle school in Finksburg, MD. Gerstell Academy serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gerstell Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Gerstell Academy 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.
At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Gerstell Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gerstell Academy 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 Gerstell Academy compares to the 1 public school in Finksburg, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Finksburg
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gerstell Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Sandymount Elementary | 7.9 |
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
2500 OLD WESTMINSTER PIKE, Finksburg, MD 21048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gerstell Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shiloh Middle (rated 7.9/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Hampstead), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin Middle (rated 3.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Reisterstown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Finksburg, see our Finksburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sandymount Elementary Finksburg | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Mechanicsville Elementary Sykesville | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Franklin Elementary Reisterstown | 5.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Franklin Middle Reisterstown | 5.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Flexible Student Support Westminster | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Gateway School Westminster | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Crossroads Middle School Westminster | 4.9 mi | — |
| Chatsworth School Reisterstown | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glyndon | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Robert Moton Elementary Westminster | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Westminster High Westminster | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Winters Mill High Westminster | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Shiloh Middle Hampstead | 6.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Cranberry Station Elementary Westminster | 5.8 mi | 7.4 |
| CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Westminster | 5.6 mi | — |
| Hampstead Elementary Hampstead | 6.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Carroll Springs School Westminster | 5.8 mi | — |
| Post Secondary Program Westminster | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Freedom District Elementary Sykesville | 6.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Spring Garden Elementary Hampstead | 6.5 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,801
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,500/mo
Population
10,002
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
93.9%
Avg Commute
39.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
44.7
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|---|---|
| VILLA MARIA SCHOOL Timonium, MD | 7.2 |
| SISTERS ACADEMY OF BALTIMORE Baltimore, MD | 7.5 |
| LEGACY SCHOOL Eldersburg, MD | 6.7 |
| THE SUMMIT SCHOOL Edgewater, MD | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gerstell Academy
What grades does Gerstell Academy serve?
Gerstell Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Gerstell Academy?
Gerstell Academy has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerstell Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gerstell Academy is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gerstell Academy rank in MD?
Gerstell Academy ranks #79 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Gerstell Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gerstell Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gerstell Academy a private school?
Yes, Gerstell Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gerstell Academy a religious school?
No, Gerstell Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Carroll County
- Phone
- (410) 861-4200
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