Very Good
#98 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 26% of private schools
Grace Academy
School
13321 CEARFOSS PIKE, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#98 of 378
In Hagerstown
#3 of 11
public schools
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About Grace Academy
Grace Academy is a private school in Hagerstown, MD. Grace Academy serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Grace Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace 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 Grace Academy compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Hagerstown, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Jonathan Hager Elementary | 8.1 |
| Washington County Job Development Center | 7.5 |
| Marshall Street School | 2.5 |
| Salem Avenue Elementary | 6.4 |
| Western Heights Middle | 6.9 |
| Fountaindale Elementary | 8.5 |
| North Hagerstown High | 6.3 |
| Northern Middle | 7.5 |
| Paramount Elementary | 7.5 |
| Barbara Ingram School for the Arts | 9.1 |
| Potomac Heights Elementary | 6.1 |
| Bester Elementary | 4.8 |
| Pangborn Elementary | 4.9 |
| Lincolnshire Elementary | 7.0 |
| South Hagerstown High | 4.7 |
| Emma K. Doub Elementary | 7.9 |
| E. Russell Hicks Middle | 6.8 |
| Eastern Elementary | 5.9 |
| Ruth Ann Monroe Primary | 7.4 |
| Rockland Woods Elementary | 7.0 |
Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Hagerstown
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
13321 CEARFOSS PIKE, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. TRUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PARADISE MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 3.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hagerstown, see our Hagerstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maugansville Elementary Maugansville | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Jonathan Hager Elementary Hagerstown | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Salem Avenue Elementary Hagerstown | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Marshall Street School Hagerstown | 2.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Washington County Job Development Center Hagerstown | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MARIA GORETTI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Hagerstown | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Western Heights Middle Hagerstown | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| TRUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hagerstown | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Fountaindale Elementary Hagerstown | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| North Hagerstown High Hagerstown | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Northern Middle Hagerstown | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hagerstown | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Hagerstown | 3.4 mi | 9.1 |
| HAGERSTOWN CHILDRENS SCHOOL Hagerstown | 3.7 mi | — |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hagerstown | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Bester Elementary Hagerstown | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Paramount Elementary Hagerstown | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PARADISE MENNONITE SCHOOL Hagerstown | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Lincolnshire Elementary Hagerstown | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Potomac Heights Elementary Hagerstown | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,410
Median Home Value
$241,600
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
63,140
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
55.2%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney, MD | 7.2 |
| ROCKBRIDGE ACADEMY Millersville, MD | 6.9 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Glen Burnie, MD | 6.8 |
| SPENCERVILLE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Spencerville, MD | 6.8 |
| WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mitchellville, MD | 6.8 |
| GREATER GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Baltimore, MD | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Academy
What grades does Grace Academy serve?
Grace Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Grace Academy?
Grace Academy has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Academy rank in MD?
Grace Academy ranks #98 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Grace Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Academy a private school?
Yes, Grace Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grace Academy a religious school?
Grace Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (301) 733-2033
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