Very Good
#69 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 18% of private schools
Holton-arms School
School
7303 RIVER RD, Bethesda, MD 20817
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#69 of 378
In Bethesda
#8 of 15
public schools
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About Holton-arms School
Holton-arms School is a private school in Bethesda, MD. Holton-arms School serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Holton-arms School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Holton-arms School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Holton-arms School 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 Holton-arms School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Bethesda, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holton-arms School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Burning Tree Elementary | 9.1 |
| Thomas W. Pyle Middle | 9.2 |
| Walt Whitman High | 8.1 |
| Bannockburn Elementary | 8.8 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary | 9.6 |
| North Bethesda Middle | 8.6 |
| Seven Locks Elementary | 9.7 |
| Wyngate Elementary | 8.9 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary | 9.0 |
| Ashburton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Wood Acres Elementary | 9.3 |
| Walter Johnson High | 7.5 |
| Bethesda Elementary | 9.0 |
| Woodlin Elementary | 8.1 |
| Westland Middle | 8.6 |
| Bethesda-Chevy Chase High | 7.8 |
| Westbrook Elementary | 9.4 |
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
7303 RIVER RD, Bethesda, MD 20817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holton-arms School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LANDON SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Potomac), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bethesda, see our Bethesda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE PRIMARY DAY SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Burning Tree Elementary Bethesda | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.7 mi | — |
| ST BARTHOLOMEWS SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Thomas W. Pyle Middle Bethesda | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| THE WOODS ACADEMY Bethesda | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Bannockburn Elementary Bethesda | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| LANDON SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Walt Whitman High Bethesda | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary Bethesda | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Seven Locks Elementary Bethesda | 1.6 mi | 9.7 |
| MATER DEI SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| North Bethesda Middle Bethesda | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Wyngate Elementary Bethesda | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| NORWOOD SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY SCHOOL Potomac | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Ashburton Elementary Bethesda | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Wood Acres Elementary Bethesda | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$240,104
Median Home Value
$1,142,300
Median Rent
$3,155/mo
Population
37,738
College Educated
85.3%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
45.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE BRYN MAWR SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 7.4 |
| STONE RIDGE SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Bethesda, MD | 7.6 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac, MD | 7.2 |
| INDIAN CREEK SCHOOL Crownsville, MD | 7.2 |
| SANDY SPRINGS FRIENDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandy Spring, MD | 7.2 |
| BULLIS SCHOOL Potomac, MD | 7.1 |
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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES 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
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