Below Average
#334 of 378 private schools in MD
Loyola Blakefield
High School
500 CHESTNUT AVE, Towson, MD 21204
Enrollment
947
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
947
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#334 of 378
In Towson
#4 of 5
public schools
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About Loyola Blakefield
Loyola Blakefield is a private high school in Towson, MD. Loyola Blakefield serves approximately 947 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Loyola Blakefield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Loyola Blakefield 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 Loyola Blakefield compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Towson, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Loyola Blakefield (this school) | 4.8 |
| George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology | 8.2 |
| Home Assignments-Secondary | 4.4 |
| BCDC Educational Center | 2.4 |
| Towson High | 7.4 |
| Northeast EDLP at Parkville High School | — |
| Northwest EDLP at Milford Mill Academy | — |
| Southwest EDLP at Woodlawn High School | — |
| Southeast EDLP at Dundalk High School | — |
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.
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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
500 CHESTNUT AVE, Towson, MD 21204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loyola Blakefield may also want to explore other high schools in the area. George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Towson High (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Home Assignments-Secondary (rated 4.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Towson, see our Towson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Towson Elementary Baltimore | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Ridge/Ruxton School Baltimore | 0.4 mi | 1.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Baltimore | 0.8 mi | — |
| George W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology Towson | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| LOTS OF LOVE DAYCARE AND SCHOOL Lutherville | 1.3 mi | — |
| VALLEY BAPTIST PRESCHOOL Lutherville | 1.3 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Towson | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Home Assignments-Elementary Towson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Home Assignments-Secondary Towson | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BCDC Educational Center Towson | 1.2 mi | 2.4 |
| Rodgers Forge Elementary Baltimore | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Riderwood Elementary Towson | 1.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BALTIMORE ACTOR'S THEATRE - THE DUMBARTON HOUSE Baltimore | 1.7 mi | — |
| Dumbarton Middle Baltimore | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Hampton Elementary Lutherville | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Towson High Towson | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Ridgely Middle Lutherville | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| HAVENWOOD CHURCH PRESCHOOL CENTER Lutherville | 2.1 mi | — |
| BOYS LATIN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Baltimore | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,452
Median Home Value
$571,800
Median Rent
$1,894/mo
Population
19,605
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| ARCHBISHOP SPALDING HIGH SCHOOL Severn, MD | 4.8 |
| Cambridge-South Dorchester High School Cambridge, MD | 4.8 |
| Forest Park High Baltimore, MD | 4.8 |
| Green Street Academy Baltimore, MD | 4.8 |
| The Reach! Partnership School Baltimore, MD | 4.8 |
| Academy for College and Career Exploration Baltimore, MD | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loyola Blakefield
What grades does Loyola Blakefield serve?
Loyola Blakefield serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Loyola Blakefield?
Loyola Blakefield has an enrollment of approximately 947 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loyola Blakefield?
The student-teacher ratio at Loyola Blakefield is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Loyola Blakefield rank in MD?
Loyola Blakefield ranks #334 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Loyola Blakefield's MySchoolScout rating?
Loyola Blakefield has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Loyola Blakefield a private school?
Yes, Loyola Blakefield is a private all-boys 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 Loyola Blakefield a religious school?
Loyola Blakefield has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 947
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 91
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Baltimore County
- Phone
- (410) 841-3544
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