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#241 of 378 private schools in MD

Our Lady Star of the Sea School

Elementary School

90 ALEXANDER LN, Solomons, MD 20688

Private

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#241 of 378

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Our Lady Star of the Sea School

5.9/10

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

Dowell Elementary

6.0/10

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6.5/10

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About Our Lady Star of the Sea School

Our Lady Star of the Sea School is a private elementary school in Solomons, MD. Our Lady Star of the Sea School serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady Star of the Sea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.4 pts below MD schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 165 students, Our Lady Star of the Sea 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.

Our Lady Star of the Sea 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+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 29%
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 165
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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 83.6%
Black 5.5%
Hispanic 5.5%
Two or More 5.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

90 ALEXANDER LN, Solomons, MD 20688

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady Star of the Sea School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chesapeake Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Lexington Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollywood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Great Mills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Solomons, see our Solomons schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Dowell Elementary Lusby 2.2 mi 6.0
Patuxent High Lusby 2.3 mi 6.5
Town Creek Elementary Lexington Park 2.2 mi 6.7
Green Holly Elementary School Lexington Park 2.4 mi 7.0
Mill Creek Middle Lusby 2.7 mi 5.4
Esperanza Middle Lexington Park 2.7 mi 6.3
Greenview Knolls Elementary Great Mills 3.6 mi 6.0
Patuxent Appeal Elementary Campus Lusby 3.7 mi 6.2
LEXINGTON PARK BAPTIST CHURCH PRESCHOOL Lexington Park 4.4 mi
Lexington Park Elementary Lexington Park 4.5 mi 4.3
George Washington Carver Elementary Great Mills 5.3 mi 4.9
Great Mills High Great Mills 5.6 mi 5.6
Hollywood Elementary Hollywood 4.5 mi 7.2
Southern Middle Lusby 5.7 mi 3.9
STARMARKER SCHOOL EARLY EDUCATION WILDWOOD California 4.6 mi
Chesapeake Charter School Lexington Park 5.9 mi 8.4
BAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington Park 6.5 mi 6.2
LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Great Mills 6.4 mi 7.1
ST JOHN'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood 5.4 mi 5.2
THE KINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Callaway 6.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20688 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,902

Median Rent

$3,000/mo

Population

1,113

College Educated

44.1%

Homeownership

50.4%

Poverty Rate

0.2%

Median Age

72.1

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BUTLER MONTESSORI Darnestown, MD 5.9
EXCELLENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Upper Marlboro, MD 5.9
Sabillasville Environmental School Sabillasville, MD 5.9
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LAUREL Laurel, MD 6.0
Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, MD 6.0
MOTHER CATHERINE ACADEMY Mechanicsville, MD 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady Star of the Sea School

What grades does Our Lady Star of the Sea School serve?

Our Lady Star of the Sea School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady Star of the Sea School?

Our Lady Star of the Sea School has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Star of the Sea School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady Star of the Sea School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady Star of the Sea School rank in MD?

Our Lady Star of the Sea School ranks #241 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Our Lady Star of the Sea School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady Star of the Sea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Star of the Sea School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady Star of the Sea 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 Star of the Sea School a religious school?

Our Lady Star of the Sea School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
165
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Calvert County

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