Excellent
#31 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 8% of private schools
Mother of God School
Elementary School
20501 GOSHEN RD, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#31 of 378
In Gaithersburg
#1 of 5
public schools
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Mother of God School
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About Mother of God School
Mother of God School is a private elementary school in Gaithersburg, MD. Mother of God School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mother of God School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Mother of God School 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Mother of God School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mother of God 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
BetaHow Mother of God School compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Gaithersburg, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mother of God School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Goshen Elementary | 7.1 |
| Whetstone Elementary | 5.4 |
| Strawberry Knoll Elementary | 6.7 |
| Judith A. Resnik Elementary | 6.6 |
| Flower Hill Elementary | 5.0 |
| Laytonsville Elementary | 6.9 |
| South Lake Elementary | 4.5 |
| Forest Oak Middle | 4.9 |
| Harriet R. Tubman Elementary | 6.5 |
| Gaithersburg Middle | 5.1 |
| Gaithersburg Elementary | 4.2 |
| Shady Grove Middle | 6.0 |
| Woodfield Elementary | 9.2 |
| Washington Grove Elementary | 5.0 |
| Brown Station Elementary | 5.8 |
| Summit Hall Elementary | 3.8 |
| Rosemont Elementary | 6.8 |
| Diamond Elementary | 8.9 |
| Fields Road Elementary | 7.5 |
| Ridgeview Middle | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Gaithersburg
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
20501 GOSHEN RD, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mother of God School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Goshen Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Laytonsville Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Strawberry Knoll Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gaithersburg, see our Gaithersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Goshen Elementary Gaithersburg | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Montgomery Village | 0.7 mi | — |
| GEORGETOWN HILL EARLY SCHOOL Montgomery Village | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Whetstone Elementary Gaithersburg | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Strawberry Knoll Elementary Gaithersburg | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Montgomery Village Middle Montgomery Village | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Stedwick Elementary Montgomery Village | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Watkins Mill High Gaithersburg | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Judith A. Resnik Elementary Gaithersburg | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Flower Hill Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Watkins Mill Elementary Montgomery Village | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Forest Oak Middle Gaithersburg | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| South Lake Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Laytonsville Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Harriet R. Tubman Elementary Gaithersburg | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Captain James E. Daly Elementary Germantown | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Gaithersburg Middle Gaithersburg | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Gaithersburg Elementary Gaithersburg | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| FORBUSH SCHOOL AT OAKMONT UPPER SCHOOL Gaithersburg | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| COVENANT LIFE SCHOOL Gaithersburg | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,109
Median Home Value
$433,500
Median Rent
$1,895/mo
Population
26,120
College Educated
41.6%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD | 8.0 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown, MD | 8.1 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 7.9 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glen Burnie, MD | 8.1 |
| South Dorchester School Church Creek, MD | 7.9 |
| Westside Primary Quantico, MD | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mother of God School
What grades does Mother of God School serve?
Mother of God School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mother of God School?
Mother of God School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mother of God School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mother of God School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mother of God School rank in MD?
Mother of God School ranks #31 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Mother of God School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mother of God School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mother of God School a private school?
Yes, Mother of God 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 Mother of God School a religious school?
Mother of God School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 990-2088
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