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#321 of 378 private schools in MD

John Carroll School

High School

703 E CHURCHVILLE RD, Bel Air, MD 21014

Private

Enrollment

715

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#321 of 378

In Bel Air

#6 of 7

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John Carroll School

5.0/10

High School in Bel Air · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About John Carroll School

John Carroll School is a private high school in Bel Air, MD. John Carroll School serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John Carroll School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.1 pts below MD schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • MD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

John Carroll 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 John Carroll School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Bel Air, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
715
This School
vs
934
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.0
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.7% vs 0%
Black 7.7% vs 0%
Asian 4.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.4% vs 0%
John Carroll School Bel Air Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
John Carroll School (this school) 5.0
Bel Air High 7.6
C. Milton Wright High 7.3
Patterson Mill High School 7.7
Harford Academy at Campus Hills 2.8
Harford Technical High 7.7

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)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,183.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 33%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 715
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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 80.7%
Black 7.7%
Asian 4.6%
Two or More 4.2%
Hispanic 2.4%
Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

703 E CHURCHVILLE RD, Bel Air, MD 21014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Carroll School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Patterson Mill High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harford Technical High (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bel Air High (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bel Air, see our Bel Air schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Southampton Middle Bel Air 0.5 mi 7.6
ST MARGARET SCHOOL Bel Air 0.9 mi 3.8
Bel Air Middle Bel Air 1.0 mi 7.4
Homestead/Wakefield Elementary Bel Air 1.1 mi 8.3
Bel Air High Bel Air 1.0 mi 7.6
HARFORD DAY SCHOOL Bel Air 1.0 mi 7.1
Bel Air Elementary Bel Air 0.9 mi 9.0
C. Milton Wright High Bel Air 1.6 mi 7.3
Ring Factory Elementary Bel Air 1.7 mi 8.4
Fountain Green Elementary Bel Air 1.5 mi 8.8
Patterson Mill High School Bel Air 2.2 mi 7.7
Patterson Mill Middle School Bel Air 2.2 mi 7.0
EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air 2.5 mi 5.7
Hickory Elementary Bel Air 2.9 mi 7.9
Prospect Mill Elementary Bel Air 2.5 mi 8.6
Harford Academy at Campus Hills Bel Air 2.7 mi 2.8
Harford Technical High Bel Air 2.8 mi 7.7
Emmorton Elementary Bel Air 3.6 mi 7.8
Red Pump Elementary School Bel Air 2.8 mi 8.9
BRIDGES MONTESSORI OF TOWSON, INC. Bel Air 4.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,825

Median Home Value

$407,800

Median Rent

$1,571/mo

Population

37,976

College Educated

44.5%

Homeownership

76.9%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Carroll School

What grades does John Carroll School serve?

John Carroll School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend John Carroll School?

John Carroll School has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Carroll School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Carroll School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does John Carroll School rank in MD?

John Carroll School ranks #321 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is John Carroll School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Carroll School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is John Carroll School a private school?

Yes, John Carroll 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 John Carroll School a religious school?

John Carroll School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
715
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harford County

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