Very Good
#69 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 18% of private schools
Holton-arms School
School · Bethesda, MD
A private school in Bethesda, MD serving grades 3rd – 12th.
7303 RIVER RD, Bethesda, MD 20817
- 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. MD average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where Holton-arms School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 11Car-Dependent
- Transit 27Some Transit
- Bike 31Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$240,104
Median home value
$1,142,300
Median rent
$3,155/mo
College educated
85.3%
Homeownership
82.3%
Poverty rate
4.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 20817; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landon SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.8 | 3–12 | 1.2 mi | 697 | Compare → |
| German International School Washington DcPrivate · tuition | 7.2 | PK–12 | 2.0 mi | 442 | Compare → |
| Rochambeau-the French Intl SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.0 | PK–12 | 2.4 mi | 986 | Compare → |
| The Heights SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.6 | 3–12 | 2.7 mi | 602 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Holton-arms School is listed in Bethesda, MD; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Holton-arms School
Holton-arms School is a private school in Bethesda, MD, serving approximately 668 students in grades 3rd-12th with a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 378 private schools in MD.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Holton-arms School
What grades does Holton-arms School serve?
Holton-arms School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Holton-arms School?
Holton-arms School has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holton-arms School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holton-arms School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holton-arms School rank in MD?
Holton-arms School ranks #69 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Holton-arms School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holton-arms School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holton-arms School a private school?
Yes, Holton-arms School is a private all-girls 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 Holton-arms School a religious school?
No, Holton-arms School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 668
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 365-6007
- Area population (ZIP 20817)
- 37,738
- Area average commute
- 30.2 min
- Area median age
- 45.5
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 20817; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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