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Our Lady of Mt Carmel School

School

1706 OLD EASTERN AVE, Essex, MD 21221

Private

Enrollment

494

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Our Lady of Mt Carmel School

6.3/10

School in Essex · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Middlesex Elementary

3.2/10

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4.8/10

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About Our Lady of Mt Carmel School

Our Lady of Mt Carmel School is a private school in Essex, MD. Our Lady of Mt Carmel School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Mt Carmel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 378 private schools in MD.

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

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of Mt Carmel 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.

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)
C 3.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,246
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 62%
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 494
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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 53.8%
Black 25.3%
Hispanic 11.7%
Two or More 6.9%
Pacific Islander 1.6%
Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1706 OLD EASTERN AVE, Essex, MD 21221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Mt Carmel School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Eastern Technical High School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rosedale Center (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Deep Creek Middle (rated 5.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Essex, see our Essex schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Middlesex Elementary Baltimore 0.3 mi 3.2
Mars Estates Elementary Baltimore 0.5 mi 4.8
Stemmers Run Middle Baltimore 0.4 mi 4.2
Hawthorne Elementary Baltimore 0.7 mi 2.8
Kenwood High Baltimore 0.8 mi 4.8
Deep Creek Elementary Baltimore 0.9 mi 2.6
Martin Boulevard Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 5.1
Orems Elementary Baltimore 1.2 mi 5.3
Middleborough Elementary Baltimore 1.3 mi 4.6
Victory Villa Elementary Baltimore 1.5 mi 3.1
Middle River Middle Baltimore 1.6 mi 4.5
Eastern Technical High School Baltimore 1.3 mi 8.8
Glenmar Elementary Baltimore 1.7 mi 3.7
Sussex Elementary Baltimore 1.7 mi 2.7
Sandalwood Elementary Baltimore 1.9 mi 4.7
Deep Creek Middle Baltimore 1.9 mi 5.6
Essex Elementary Baltimore 1.8 mi 3.6
Chesapeake High Baltimore 2.5 mi 4.5
Rosedale Center Baltimore 2.4 mi 5.8
Golden Ring Middle Baltimore 2.8 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,368

Median Home Value

$266,800

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

43,536

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Mt Carmel School

What grades does Our Lady of Mt Carmel School serve?

Our Lady of Mt Carmel School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Mt Carmel School?

Our Lady of Mt Carmel School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mt Carmel School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Mt Carmel School is 14.1:1. 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 Mt Carmel School rank in MD?

Our Lady of Mt Carmel School ranks #195 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Our Lady of Mt Carmel School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Mt Carmel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Mt Carmel School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Mt Carmel 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 Mt Carmel School a religious school?

Our Lady of Mt Carmel School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
494
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County

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