Very Good

#118 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 31% of private schools

Highland Park Christian Academy

Elementary School

6801 SHERIFF RD, Landover, MD 20785

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

116

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#118 of 378

In Landover

#1 of 3

public schools

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About Highland Park Christian Academy

Highland Park Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Landover, MD. Highland Park Christian Academy serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.7 pts above MD schools

7.0

This school 7.0 · Very Good
MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 116 students, Highland Park Christian 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, Highland Park Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Highland Park Christian 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

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How Highland Park Christian Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Landover, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.2:1

This School

15.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

116

This School

555

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.0

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 94.8% vs 0%

White 0.9% vs 0%

Highland Park Christian Academy Landover Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Highland Park Christian Academy (this school)	—	116	7.2:1	7.0
Judith P. Hoyer Montessori	0.4 mi	364	14.6:1	7.9
Columbia Park Elementary	0.4 mi	413	15.3:1	5.9
Highland Park Elementary	0.6 mi	243	17.4:1	2.8
Cora L. Rice Elementary	0.8 mi	543	17:1	4.3
William Paca Elementary	0.8 mi	574	15.5:1	5.5
G. James Gholson Middle	0.9 mi	749	20.8:1	5.5
Templeton Elementary	1.5 mi	781	13.5:1	4.6
Kenmoor Middle	1.6 mi	914	15.5:1	7.6
Kenmoor Early Childhood Center	1.7 mi	230	9.6:1	5.6
Dodge Park Elementary	1.7 mi	554	13.8:1	4.0
Thomas G. Pullen	2.0 mi	736	15.3:1	7.8

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

A- 8.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,314

Diversity & Inclusion

C 3.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 10%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 116

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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 94.8%

Two or More 4.3%

White 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6801 SHERIFF RD, Landover, MD 20785

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highland Park Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenarden Woods Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lanham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Judith P. Hoyer Montessori (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Columbia Park Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Landover, see our Landover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Judith P. Hoyer Montessori Landover	0.4 mi	364	7.9
Columbia Park Elementary Landover	0.4 mi	413	5.9
Highland Park Elementary Landover	0.6 mi	243	2.8
Fairmont Heights High Landover	0.6 mi	1,054	4.9
Carmody Hills Elementary Capitol Heights	1.0 mi	396	4.2
Cora L. Rice Elementary Landover	0.8 mi	543	4.3
G. James Gholson Middle Landover	0.9 mi	749	5.5
William Paca Elementary Landover	0.8 mi	574	5.5
Seat Pleasant Elementary Capital Heights	1.3 mi	273	3.2
Templeton Elementary Landover	1.5 mi	781	4.6
ST AMBROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cheverly	1.6 mi	156	5.6
Dodge Park Elementary Landover	1.7 mi	554	4.0
Kenmoor Middle Landover	1.6 mi	914	7.6
Judge Sylvania W. Woods Sr. Elementary Glenarden	1.8 mi	631	4.9
Kenmoor Early Childhood Center Landover	1.7 mi	230	5.6
Central High Capitol Heights	1.9 mi	803	4.1
Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary Cheverly	1.8 mi	497	4.6
Cooper Lane Elementary Landover Hills	2.1 mi	471	4.7
Walker Mill Middle Capitol Heights	2.3 mi	1,049	6.4
Glenarden Woods Elementary Lanham	2.2 mi	496	9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20785 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,690

Median Home Value

$346,000

Median Rent

$1,764/mo

Population

40,946

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highland Park Christian Academy

What grades does Highland Park Christian Academy serve?

Highland Park Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Highland Park Christian Academy?

Highland Park Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park Christian 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 Highland Park Christian Academy rank in MD?

Highland Park Christian Academy ranks #118 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Highland Park Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Highland Park Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Highland Park Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Highland Park Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Highland Park Christian Academy a religious school?

Highland Park Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.