Average
#130 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 34% of private schools
Our Lady of Lourdes School
Elementary School
7500 PEARL ST, Bethesda, MD 20814
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#130 of 378
In Bethesda
#12 of 15
public schools
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Our Lady of Lourdes School
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About Our Lady of Lourdes School
Our Lady of Lourdes School is a private elementary school in Bethesda, MD. Our Lady of Lourdes School serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Lourdes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #130 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Our Lady of Lourdes 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, Our Lady of Lourdes School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Our Lady of Lourdes 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 Our Lady of Lourdes School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Bethesda, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Lourdes School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Bethesda Elementary | 9.0 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary | 9.0 |
| Wood Acres Elementary | 9.3 |
| Westbrook Elementary | 9.4 |
| Westland Middle | 8.6 |
| Thomas W. Pyle Middle | 9.2 |
| North Bethesda Middle | 8.6 |
| Wyngate Elementary | 8.9 |
| Bannockburn Elementary | 8.8 |
| Burning Tree Elementary | 9.1 |
| Woodlin Elementary | 8.1 |
| Ashburton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Seven Locks Elementary | 9.7 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary | 9.6 |
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
7500 PEARL ST, Bethesda, MD 20814
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady of Lourdes School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westbrook Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Somerset Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chevy Chase), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Chevy Chase Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chevy Chase), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bethesda, see our Bethesda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bethesda-Chevy Chase High Bethesda | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| THE FAMILY ACADEMY OF BETHESDA Bethesda | 0.2 mi | — |
| Bethesda Elementary Bethesda | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ONENESS FAMILY SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| THE BETHESDA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.5 mi | — |
| Chevy Chase Elementary Chevy Chase | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| CONCORD HILL SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Somerset Elementary Chevy Chase | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| STONE RIDGE SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Bethesda | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| North Chevy Chase Elementary Chevy Chase | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| WASHINGTON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Washington | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kensington | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ONENESS-FAMILY HIGH SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON Kensington | 1.8 mi | — |
| Westbrook Elementary Bethesda | 2.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kensington | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL KENSINGTON Kensington | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Lafayette ES Washington | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| BROAD BRANCH CHILDREN'S HOUSE Washington | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,401
Median Home Value
$976,500
Median Rent
$2,329/mo
Population
30,822
College Educated
84.3%
Homeownership
52.6%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
41.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Plata, MD | 6.8 |
| John Humbird Elementary Cumberland, MD | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Ellicott City, MD | 6.7 |
| REID TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Glenn Dale, MD | 6.7 |
| Town Creek Elementary Lexington Park, MD | 6.7 |
| Grantsville Elementary Grantsville, MD | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady of Lourdes School
What grades does Our Lady of Lourdes School serve?
Our Lady of Lourdes School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Lady of Lourdes School?
Our Lady of Lourdes School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Lourdes School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Lourdes School 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 Our Lady of Lourdes School rank in MD?
Our Lady of Lourdes School ranks #130 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Our Lady of Lourdes School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady of Lourdes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Our Lady of Lourdes School a private school?
Yes, Our Lady of Lourdes 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 Our Lady of Lourdes School a religious school?
Our Lady of Lourdes 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
- 182
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 654-5376
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