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#214 of 378 private schools in MD

Ohr Chadash Academy

Elementary School

7310 PARK HEIGHTS AVE, Pikesville, MD 21208

Private

Enrollment

231

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#214 of 378

In Pikesville

#1 of 3

public schools

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Ohr Chadash Academy

6.2/10

Elementary School in Pikesville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cross Country Elementary/middle

6.1/10

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4.1/10

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About Ohr Chadash Academy

Ohr Chadash Academy is a private elementary school in Pikesville, MD. Ohr Chadash Academy serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ohr Chadash Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #214 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it comparesOn par with MD schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Ohr Chadash 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

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How Ohr Chadash Academy compares to the 1 public school in Pikesville, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
231
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
4.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.7% vs 0%
Black 0.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.4% vs 0%
Ohr Chadash Academy Pikesville Public Avg

All Schools in Pikesville

School Rating
Ohr Chadash Academy (this school) 6.2
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 6.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.1:1
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 8.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,410.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
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 231
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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 98.7%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7310 PARK HEIGHTS AVE, Pikesville, MD 21208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ohr Chadash Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GATEWAY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores notably higher. Another option is KRIEGER SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bedford Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pikesville, see our Pikesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Cross Country Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.5 mi 6.1
Fallstaff Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.6 mi 4.1
Pikesville Middle Baltimore 0.6 mi 3.9
Milbrook Elementary Baltimore 0.6 mi 3.2
JEWELS SCHOOL Pikesville 0.8 mi
Pikesville High Baltimore 0.8 mi 5.6
BALTIMORE TORAH SCHOOL Baltimore 0.8 mi
YESHIVAS TORAS SIMCHA Pikesville 0.9 mi 5.2
Wellwood International School Pikesville 0.9 mi 4.4
BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.2 mi 6.4
Sudbrook Magnet Middle Baltimore 1.1 mi 4.8
Campfield Early Childhood Center Baltimore 1.4 mi 4.8
CHEDER D'KAHAL CHASSIDIM Baltimore 1.3 mi 6.1
Bedford Elementary Baltimore 1.2 mi 6.7
DARCHEI NOAM Baltimore 1.6 mi 5.6
KRIEGER SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.6 mi 7.0
GATEWAY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.6 mi 7.6
CHIMES SCHOOL THE Baltimore 1.9 mi 7.6
YESHIVAT MEKOR CHAIM Baltimore 1.6 mi
MILFORD MILL CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Baltimore 1.7 mi

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Halethorpe Elementary Halethorpe, MD 6.2
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Landover Hills, MD 6.2
Clinton Grove Elementary Clinton, MD 6.3
Crellin Elementary Oakland, MD 6.3
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WALDORF Waldorf, MD 6.3
HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL KENSINGTON Kensington, MD 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ohr Chadash Academy

What grades does Ohr Chadash Academy serve?

Ohr Chadash Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ohr Chadash Academy?

Ohr Chadash Academy has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ohr Chadash Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ohr Chadash Academy is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ohr Chadash Academy rank in MD?

Ohr Chadash Academy ranks #214 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Ohr Chadash Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ohr Chadash Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ohr Chadash Academy a private school?

Yes, Ohr Chadash Academy is a private coeducational 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 Ohr Chadash Academy a religious school?

Ohr Chadash Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
231
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
8.2 hours
Days Per Year
172 days
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city

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