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#23 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 6% of private schools

Mc Lean School of Maryland

School

8224 LOCHINVER LN, Potomac, MD 20854

Private

Enrollment

477

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#23 of 378

In Potomac

#1 of 9

public schools

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Mc Lean School of Maryland

8.1/10

School in Potomac · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bells Mill Elementary

9.3/10

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8.0/10

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About Mc Lean School of Maryland

Mc Lean School of Maryland is a private school in Potomac, MD. Mc Lean School of Maryland serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mc Lean School of Maryland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.8 pts above MD schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Mc Lean School of Maryland sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mc Lean School of Maryland 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 Mc Lean School of Maryland compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Potomac, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
16.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
477
This School
vs
812
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
9.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.1% vs 0%
Black 18.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.6% vs 0%
Asian 4.2% vs 0%
Mc Lean School of Maryland Potomac Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Mc Lean School of Maryland (this school) 8.1
Winston Churchill High 8.0
Bells Mill Elementary 9.3
Cabin John Middle 9.0
Herbert Hoover Middle 9.1
Beverly Farms Elementary 9.1
Cold Spring Elementary 9.7
Wayside Elementary 9.8
Potomac Elementary 8.9

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)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,204
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 57%
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 477
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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 62.1%
Black 18.4%
Hispanic 8.6%
Two or More 6.7%
Asian 4.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8224 LOCHINVER LN, Potomac, MD 20854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mc Lean School of Maryland may also want to explore other schools in the area. IVYMOUNT SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Rockville), with a very similar rating. Another option is GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Potomac, see our Potomac schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Bells Mill Elementary Potomac 0.5 mi 9.3
Winston Churchill High Potomac 0.4 mi 8.0
Cabin John Middle Potomac 0.6 mi 9.0
IVYMOUNT SCHOOL Rockville 0.6 mi 7.8
THE MADDUX SCHOOL Rockville 0.6 mi 6.6
THE HEIGHTS SCHOOL Potomac 0.8 mi 5.6
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Potomac 0.7 mi 7.1
Herbert Hoover Middle Potomac 0.7 mi 9.1
Beverly Farms Elementary Potomac 1.0 mi 9.1
GENEVA DAY SCHOOL Potomac 1.1 mi
MUSLIM COMMUNITY SCHOOL/ALIM ACADEMY Potomac 1.3 mi 6.6
Farmland Elementary Rockville 1.3 mi 8.4
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Rockville 1.6 mi 6.4
Ritchie Park Elementary Rockville 1.7 mi 9.1
MATER DEI SCHOOL Bethesda 1.7 mi 5.8
NO CHANGE! Potomac 1.5 mi 6.1
Seven Locks Elementary Bethesda 1.8 mi 9.7
Cold Spring Elementary Potomac 1.8 mi 9.7
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac 2.0 mi 7.2
OUR LADY OF MERCY SCHOOL Potomac 2.1 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,105,300

Median Rent

$3,180/mo

Population

49,694

College Educated

85.7%

Homeownership

89.9%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

47.6

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SMCA White Plains, MD 8.0
JEMICY SCHOOL Owings Mills, MD 7.8
COVENANT LIFE SCHOOL Gaithersburg, MD 7.5
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac, MD 7.2
INDIAN CREEK SCHOOL Crownsville, MD 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mc Lean School of Maryland

What grades does Mc Lean School of Maryland serve?

Mc Lean School of Maryland serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Mc Lean School of Maryland?

Mc Lean School of Maryland has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mc Lean School of Maryland?

The student-teacher ratio at Mc Lean School of Maryland is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mc Lean School of Maryland rank in MD?

Mc Lean School of Maryland ranks #23 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Mc Lean School of Maryland's MySchoolScout rating?

Mc Lean School of Maryland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mc Lean School of Maryland a private school?

Yes, Mc Lean School of Maryland is a private coeducational 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 Mc Lean School of Maryland a religious school?

No, Mc Lean School of Maryland is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
477
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
94
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County

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