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New Directions Academy
High School
9700 OLD HARFORD RD, Parkville, MD 21234
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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New Directions Academy
High School in Parkville · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Directions Academy
New Directions Academy is a private high school in Parkville, MD. New Directions Academy serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, New Directions Academy 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 3.4:1 students to teachers, New Directions Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Directions Academy 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 New Directions Academy compares to the 1 public school in Parkville, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Parkville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Directions Academy (this school) | — |
| White Oak School | 3.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Address
- 9700 OLD HARFORD RD, Parkville, MD 21234
- Phone
- (410) 663-8500
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MD aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9700 OLD HARFORD RD, Parkville, MD 21234
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Directions Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Loch Raven High (rated 4.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Baltimore). Additionally, Parkville High (rated 3.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Baltimore). For more schools in Parkville, see our Parkville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Grove Elementary Baltimore | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Pine Grove Middle Baltimore | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Harford Hills Elementary Baltimore | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Carney Elementary Baltimore | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Seven Oaks Elementary Baltimore | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkville High Baltimore | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Northeast EDLP at Parkville High School Towson | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST URSULA SCHOOL Baltimore | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL - FULLERTON Baltimore | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Oakleigh Elementary Baltimore | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Parkville Middle Baltimore | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| White Oak School Parkville | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY Baltimore | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CHRISTIAN COVENANT ACADEMY Perry Hall | 2.7 mi | — |
| Loch Raven High Baltimore | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Perry Hall Elementary Baltimore | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THE ARROW CENTER FOR EDUCATION Baltimore | 2.7 mi | — |
| ST PETERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltimore | 3.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Villa Cresta Elementary Baltimore | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Gunpowder Elementary Baltimore | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,139
Median Home Value
$276,000
Median Rent
$1,542/mo
Population
65,010
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
40.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Directions Academy
What grades does New Directions Academy serve?
New Directions Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend New Directions Academy?
New Directions Academy has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Directions Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at New Directions Academy is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is New Directions Academy a private school?
Yes, New Directions Academy is a private all-boys 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 New Directions Academy a religious school?
No, New Directions Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 228 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Phone
- (410) 663-8500
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