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#248 of 378 private schools in MD

Immaculate Heart of Mary School

Elementary School

8501 LOCH RAVEN BLVD, Baltimore, MD 21286

Private

Enrollment

310

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#248 of 378

In Baltimore

#35 of 59

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Immaculate Heart of Mary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Baltimore · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Immaculate Heart of Mary School

Immaculate Heart of Mary School is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. Immaculate Heart of Mary School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.5 pts below MD schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Immaculate Heart of Mary 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

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How Immaculate Heart of Mary School compares to 230 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
310
This School
vs
482
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.6% vs 0%
Black 14.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.6% vs 0%
Asian 1% vs 0%
Immaculate Heart of Mary School Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Immaculate Heart of Mary School (this school) 5.8
Oakleigh Elementary 3.3
Loch Raven Technical Academy 3.9
Halstead Academy 3.0
Villa Cresta Elementary 5.4
Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet 8.4
Harford Hills Elementary 4.5
Stoneleigh Elementary 8.2
Pine Grove Middle 3.6
Woodhome Elementary/Middle 4.6
Yorkwood Elementary 5.5
Parkville Middle 4.6
Pine Grove Elementary 5.7
Hamilton Elementary/Middle 4.7
Carney Elementary 3.7
Leith Walk Elementary/Middle 2.6
Dumbarton Middle 6.6
Rodgers Forge Elementary 9.2
City Neighbors Hamilton 8.0
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle 5.7
Glenmount Elementary/Middle 7.8

Showing 20 of 230 schools. View all schools in Baltimore

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 44%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 310
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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)

White 72.6%
Black 14.5%
Two or More 9.4%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 1.0%
Pacific Islander 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8501 LOCH RAVEN BLVD, Baltimore, MD 21286

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immaculate Heart of Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Villa Cresta Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Plains Elementary Towson 0.5 mi 2.9
THE ARROW CENTER FOR EDUCATION Baltimore 0.7 mi
ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY Baltimore 0.7 mi 7.6
Oakleigh Elementary Baltimore 0.6 mi 3.3
White Oak School Parkville 0.7 mi 3.7
Loch Raven High Baltimore 0.9 mi 4.9
CONCORDIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson 1.0 mi 6.7
Loch Raven Technical Academy Baltimore 0.8 mi 3.9
CALVERT HALL COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore 0.9 mi 4.0
Halstead Academy Baltimore 1.2 mi 3.0
Villa Cresta Elementary Baltimore 1.2 mi 5.4
Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet Baltimore 1.2 mi 8.4
THE CHILDREN'S GUILD Chillum 1.6 mi 7.1
BRIDGES MONTESSORI OF TOWSON, INC Towson 1.6 mi 3.6
Parkville High Baltimore 1.3 mi 3.9
Northeast EDLP at Parkville High School Towson 1.3 mi
NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson 1.7 mi 7.0
Achievement Academy at Harbor City High Baltimore 1.9 mi 6.0
Reginald F. Lewis High Baltimore 1.9 mi 6.8
Harford Hills Elementary Baltimore 1.5 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21286 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,093

Median Home Value

$402,000

Median Rent

$1,597/mo

Population

21,782

College Educated

57.4%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Immaculate Heart of Mary School

What grades does Immaculate Heart of Mary School serve?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Immaculate Heart of Mary School?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart of Mary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart of Mary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Immaculate Heart of Mary School rank in MD?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School ranks #248 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Immaculate Heart of Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Immaculate Heart of Mary School a private school?

Yes, Immaculate Heart of Mary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Immaculate Heart of Mary School a religious school?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
310
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County

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