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#237 of 378 private schools in MD

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore

High School

8400 PARK HEIGHTS AVE, Pikesville, MD 21208

Private

Enrollment

87

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#237 of 378

In Pikesville

#2 of 3

public schools

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Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore

6.0/10

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

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3.1/10

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About Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore is a private high school in Pikesville, MD. Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it comparesOn par with MD schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 87 students, Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore 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 Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore compares to the 1 public school in Pikesville, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
87
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
4.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore Pikesville Public Avg

All Schools in Pikesville

School Rating
Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore (this school) 6.0
Wellwood International School 4.4

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+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 10 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,950
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 7%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 87
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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 96.6%
Hispanic 2.3%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8400 PARK HEIGHTS AVE, Pikesville, MD 21208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ISRAEL HENRY BEREN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pikesville High (rated 5.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pikesville, see our Pikesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodholme Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 3.1
KRIEGER SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.0 mi 7.0
JEWELS SCHOOL Pikesville 1.4 mi
ISRAEL HENRY BEREN HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.2 mi 6.3
YESHIVAS TORAS SIMCHA Pikesville 1.6 mi 5.2
BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.5 mi 6.4
TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-BALTIMORE Baltimore 2.0 mi 5.3
Fort Garrison Elementary Baltimore 1.6 mi 9.5
TALMUDICAL ACADEMY OF BALTIMORE, INC. Baltimore 2.1 mi 5.3
Pikesville Middle Baltimore 1.8 mi 3.9
OHR CHADASH ACADEMY Pikesville 2.1 mi 6.2
Bedford Elementary Baltimore 2.4 mi 6.7
MILFORD MILL CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Baltimore 2.5 mi
Sudbrook Magnet Middle Baltimore 2.5 mi 4.8
Winand Elementary Baltimore 2.2 mi 6.3
Northwest Academy of Health Sciences Baltimore 2.4 mi 5.5
Pikesville High Baltimore 2.2 mi 5.6
ST THOMAS PRE SCHOOL Owings Mills 2.4 mi
Milbrook Elementary Baltimore 2.6 mi 3.2
Cross Country Elementary/Middle Baltimore 2.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,822

Median Home Value

$313,400

Median Rent

$1,672/mo

Population

38,108

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore

What grades does Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore serve?

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore?

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore?

The student-teacher ratio at Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore rank in MD?

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore ranks #237 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore's MySchoolScout rating?

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore a private school?

Yes, Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore a religious school?

Mesivta Kesser Torah of Baltimore has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
87
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
10 hours
Days Per Year
195 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County

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