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Pride School
Elementary School · Carroll County Public Schools
1100 Gist Road, Westminster, MD 21157
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
9
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Strong
About Pride School
Pride School is a public elementary school in Westminster, MD, part of the Carroll County Public Schools. The school serves approximately 9 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $102,835, where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 9 students, Pride School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Pride School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Pride School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 9 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 1100 Gist Road, Westminster, MD 21157
- Phone
- (410) 751-3653
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 Gist Road, Westminster, MD 21157
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pride School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William Winchester Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away). Another option is Friendship Valley Elementary (rated 8.2/10). Additionally, Westminster Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away). For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Friendship Valley Elementary Westminster | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Westminster High Westminster | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Robert Moton Elementary Westminster | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Flexible Student Support Westminster | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Gateway School Westminster | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Crossroads Middle School Westminster | 1.0 mi | — |
| Carroll Springs School Westminster | 1.2 mi | — |
| Post Secondary Program Westminster | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Westminster | 1.5 mi | — |
| Westminster East Middle Westminster | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| William Winchester Elementary Westminster | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Winters Mill High Westminster | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Cranberry Station Elementary Westminster | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Westminster West Middle Westminster | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Westminster Elementary Westminster | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Westminster | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CARROLL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Sandymount Elementary Finksburg | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTH CARROLL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Westminster | 6.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mechanicsville Elementary Sykesville | 6.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21157 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,835
Median Home Value
$394,100
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
40,191
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
41.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Pride School has a median household income of $102,835. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $394,100, with a median rent of $1,236/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ACORN HILL WALDORF KINDERGARTEN & NURSERY Silver Spring, MD | — |
| BALTIMORE WHITE MARSH SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | — |
| BEAVER CREEK CHILDCARE & KINDERGARTEN Gambrills, MD | — |
| CASA DE MONTESSORI Silver Spring, MD | — |
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| CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Westminster, MD | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pride School
What grades does Pride School serve?
Pride School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Pride School?
Pride School has an enrollment of approximately 9 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pride School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pride School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Pride School a charter school?
No, Pride School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pride School a Title I school?
No, Pride School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pride School?
55.6% of students at Pride School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,308/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Westminster). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 9
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Carroll County
- Phone
- (410) 751-3653
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Carroll County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,123
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,548
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