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#141 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 37% of private schools
Radcliffe Creek School
Elementary School
201 TALBOT BLVD STE A, Chestertown, MD 21620
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#141 of 378
In Chestertown
#1 of 3
public schools
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Radcliffe Creek School
Elementary School in Chestertown · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Radcliffe Creek School
Radcliffe Creek School is a private elementary school in Chestertown, MD. Radcliffe Creek School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Radcliffe Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Radcliffe Creek 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, Radcliffe Creek School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Radcliffe Creek 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 Radcliffe Creek School compares to the 2 public schools in Chestertown, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chestertown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Radcliffe Creek School (this school) | 6.8 |
| H. H. Garnett Elementary | 8.0 |
| Kent County Middle School | 6.4 |
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
201 TALBOT BLVD STE A, Chestertown, MD 21620
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Radcliffe Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H. H. Garnett Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rock Hall Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Rock Hall), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Grasonville Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Grasonville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chestertown, see our Chestertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H. H. Garnett Elementary Chestertown | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| CHESTERTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chestertown | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Kent County Middle School Chestertown | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| FRIENDSHIP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Worton | 3.9 mi | — |
| KENT SCHOOL Chestertown | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Kent County High Worton | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Church Hill Elementary School Church Hill | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| THE GUNSTON SCHOOL Centreville | 10.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Centreville Elementary School Centreville | 12.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Rock Hall Elementary Rock Hall | 10.4 mi | 7.2 |
| WYE RIVER UPPER SCHOOL Centreville | 12.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Kennard Elementary School Centreville | 12.7 mi | 6.4 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sudlersville | 10.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Queen Anne's County High School Centreville | 12.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Centreville Middle School Centreville | 13.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Sudlersville Elementary School Sudlersville | 12.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Sudlersville Middle School Sudlersville | 12.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Galena Elementary School Galena | 13.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Cecilton Elementary Cecilton | 16.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Grasonville Elementary School Grasonville | 18.9 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21620 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,094
Median Home Value
$318,700
Median Rent
$1,149/mo
Population
13,533
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
42.9
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|---|---|
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| THE AUBURN SCHOOL SILVER SPRING CAMPUS Silver Spring, MD | 6.8 |
| NEW CENTURY SCHOOL THE Baltimore, MD | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Radcliffe Creek School
What grades does Radcliffe Creek School serve?
Radcliffe Creek School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Radcliffe Creek School?
Radcliffe Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Radcliffe Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Radcliffe Creek School is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Radcliffe Creek School rank in MD?
Radcliffe Creek School ranks #141 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Radcliffe Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?
Radcliffe Creek 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 Radcliffe Creek School a private school?
Yes, Radcliffe Creek School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Radcliffe Creek School a religious school?
No, Radcliffe Creek School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Kent County
- Phone
- (410) 778-8150
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