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#196 of 378 private schools in MD
Riverdale Baptist School
School
1133 LARGO RD, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#196 of 378
In Upper Marlboro
#3 of 5
public schools
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About Riverdale Baptist School
Riverdale Baptist School is a private school in Upper Marlboro, MD. Riverdale Baptist School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverdale Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Riverdale Baptist School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Riverdale Baptist 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 Riverdale Baptist School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Upper Marlboro, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Riverdale Baptist School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Perrywood Elementary | 5.3 |
| Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS | 5.3 |
| Kettering Elementary | 3.6 |
| Largo High | 5.3 |
| International High school @ Largo | 6.5 |
| Kettering Middle | 7.3 |
| Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High | 4.7 |
| Barack Obama Elementary | 4.9 |
| Arrowhead Elementary | 6.4 |
| Chesapeake Math and IT South Public Charter | 7.7 |
| Patuxent Elementary | 4.8 |
| Melwood Elementary | 4.8 |
| Frederick Douglass High | 6.5 |
| Marlton Elementary | 4.4 |
| Rosaryville Elementary | 4.0 |
| Mattaponi Elementary | 7.1 |
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
1133 LARGO RD, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverdale Baptist School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Mitchellville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FOUNDATION LEARNING CENTER THE (rated 6.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Landover), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Upper Marlboro, see our Upper Marlboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Perrywood Elementary Upper Marlboro | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DIVINE PEACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Largo | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| EDIFIED CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Upper Marlboro | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Kettering Elementary Upper Marlboro | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Kettering Middle Upper Marlboro | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Imagine Foundations at Leeland PCS Upper Marlboro | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Largo High Upper Marlboro | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| International High school @ Largo Upper Marlboro | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High Upper Marlboro | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Barack Obama Elementary Upper Marlboro | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Kingsford Elementary Mitchellville | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Academy of Health Sciences at PGCC Largo | 2.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Lake Arbor Elementary Mitchellville | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Phyllis E. Williams Elementary Seabrook | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Ernest Everett Just Middle Mitchellville | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Arrowhead Elementary Upper Marlboro | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| H Winship Wheatley E C C Capitol Heights | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Upper Marlboro | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| WOODSTREAM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mitchellville | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| FOUNDATION LEARNING CENTER THE Landover | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20774 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,392
Median Home Value
$439,500
Median Rent
$2,213/mo
Population
52,221
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
36.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ODENTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odenton, MD | 6.3 |
| THE SALISBURY SCHOOL Salisbury, MD | 6.4 |
| LANHAM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lanham Seabrook, MD | 6.1 |
| THE KINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Callaway, MD | 6.0 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH ACADEMY Glen Burnie, MD | 6.8 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Hagerstown, MD | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverdale Baptist School
What grades does Riverdale Baptist School serve?
Riverdale Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Riverdale Baptist School?
Riverdale Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Baptist School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Riverdale Baptist School rank in MD?
Riverdale Baptist School ranks #196 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Riverdale Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverdale Baptist 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 Riverdale Baptist School a private school?
Yes, Riverdale Baptist School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Riverdale Baptist School a religious school?
Riverdale Baptist School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (301) 249-7001
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