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#142 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 37% of private schools
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
Elementary School
4801 ILCHESTER RD, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#142 of 378
In Ellicott City
#4 of 6
public schools
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
Elementary School in Ellicott City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Bonnie Branch Middle
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About Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School is a private elementary school in Ellicott City, MD. Our Lady of Perpetual Help School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Our Lady of Perpetual Help 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 Perpetual Help School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Ellicott City, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Bonnie Branch Middle | 8.1 |
| Ilchester Elementary | 9.3 |
| Worthington Elementary | 9.8 |
| Ellicott Mills Middle | 9.1 |
| Bellows Spring Elementary | 8.7 |
| Veterans Elementary | 8.7 |
| Northfield Elementary | 8.9 |
| Dunloggin Middle | 8.4 |
| Patapsco Middle | 8.5 |
| St. Johns Lane Elementary | 8.8 |
| Hollifield Station Elementary | 8.2 |
| Centennial Lane Elementary | 9.3 |
| Burleigh Manor Middle | 9.2 |
| Homewood School | 5.2 |
| Waverly Elementary | 9.5 |
| Manor Woods Elementary | 9.3 |
| Triadelphia Ridge Elementary | 9.6 |
| Folly Quarter Middle | 9.4 |
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.
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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
4801 ILCHESTER RD, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Our Lady of Perpetual Help School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Worthington Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rockburn Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Elkridge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ilchester Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ellicott City, see our Ellicott City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bonnie Branch Middle Ellicott City | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Ilchester Elementary Ellicott City | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Rockburn Elementary Elkridge | 1.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Worthington Elementary Ellicott City | 1.5 mi | 9.8 |
| GLOBAL CHILDREN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ellicott City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Westchester Elementary Baltimore | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Catonsville Middle Catonsville | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Baltimore | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Bellows Spring Elementary Ellicott City | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baltimore | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDREN'S MANOR MONTESSORI Ellicott City | 2.3 mi | — |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ellicott City | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Catonsville High Baltimore | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Waterloo Elementary Columbia | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Ducketts Lane Elementary Elkridge | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Ellicott Mills Middle Ellicott City | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Mayfield Woods Middle Elkridge | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Catonsville Center for Alternative Studies Baltimore | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Howard High Ellicott City | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST MARK SCHOOL Catonsville | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,846
Median Home Value
$607,300
Median Rent
$1,964/mo
Population
47,134
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| John Humbird Elementary Cumberland, MD | 6.7 |
| REID TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Glenn Dale, MD | 6.7 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 6.7 |
| Town Creek Elementary Lexington Park, MD | 6.7 |
| Church Hill Elementary School Church Hill, MD | 6.8 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Plata, MD | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Our Lady of Perpetual Help School
What grades does Our Lady of Perpetual Help School serve?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help School?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School is 11.5:1. 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 Perpetual Help School rank in MD?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School ranks #142 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Our Lady of Perpetual Help School's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Perpetual Help School a private school?
Yes, Our Lady of Perpetual Help 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 Perpetual Help School a religious school?
Our Lady of Perpetual Help School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 223
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Howard County
- Phone
- (410) 744-4251
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