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#58 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 15% of private schools

Rock Church Academy

Elementary School

1607 CROMWELL BRIDGE RD, Baltimore, MD 21234

Private

Enrollment

67

Student-Teacher

5.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#58 of 378

In Baltimore

#8 of 59

public schools

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Rock Church Academy

7.6/10

Elementary School in Baltimore · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rock Church Academy

Rock Church Academy is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. Rock Church Academy serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rock Church Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.3 pts above MD schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 67 students, Rock Church Academy 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Rock Church Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Rock Church Academy 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

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How Rock Church Academy compares to 193 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
67
This School
vs
454
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 59.7% vs 0%
White 29.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 6% vs 0%
Rock Church Academy Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Rock Church Academy (this school) 7.6
Oakleigh Elementary 3.3
Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet 8.4
Harford Hills Elementary 4.5
Villa Cresta Elementary 5.4
Pine Grove Elementary 5.7
Halstead Academy 3.0
Carney Elementary 3.7
Stoneleigh Elementary 8.2
Woodhome Elementary/Middle 4.6
Yorkwood Elementary 5.5
Hamilton Elementary/Middle 4.7
Leith Walk Elementary/Middle 2.6
Rodgers Forge Elementary 9.2
City Neighbors Hamilton 8.0
Glenmount Elementary/Middle 7.8
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle 5.7
Fullerton Elementary 4.8
Northwood Elementary 5.0
Govans Elementary 3.6
Ridge/Ruxton School 1.8

Showing 20 of 193 schools. View all schools in Baltimore

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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)
A 9.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
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)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Enrollment 67
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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)

Black 59.7%
White 29.9%
Hispanic 6.0%
Two or More 4.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1607 CROMWELL BRIDGE RD, Baltimore, MD 21234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rock Church Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Pine Grove Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Loch Raven High Baltimore 0.2 mi 4.9
THE ARROW CENTER FOR EDUCATION Baltimore 0.1 mi
CONCORDIA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson 0.4 mi 6.7
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Baltimore 0.7 mi 5.8
Oakleigh Elementary Baltimore 0.8 mi 3.3
Pleasant Plains Elementary Towson 1.0 mi 2.9
BRIDGES MONTESSORI OF TOWSON, INC Towson 1.0 mi 3.6
White Oak School Parkville 1.1 mi 3.7
Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet Baltimore 1.0 mi 8.4
NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL Towson 1.2 mi 7.0
Loch Raven Technical Academy Baltimore 1.3 mi 3.9
CALVERT HALL COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore 1.3 mi 4.0
Harford Hills Elementary Baltimore 1.4 mi 4.5
Villa Cresta Elementary Baltimore 1.7 mi 5.4
Parkville High Baltimore 1.6 mi 3.9
Northeast EDLP at Parkville High School Towson 1.6 mi
Halstead Academy Baltimore 1.9 mi 3.0
ST URSULA SCHOOL Baltimore 2.0 mi 3.9
Pine Grove Elementary Baltimore 1.8 mi 5.7
THE CHILDREN'S GUILD Chillum 2.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,139

Median Home Value

$276,000

Median Rent

$1,542/mo

Population

65,010

College Educated

36.5%

Homeownership

65.2%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

40.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GATEWAY SCHOOL Baltimore, MD 7.6
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ellicott City, MD 7.6
MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL DAY SCHOOL Ft. Washington, MD 7.4
GRACE EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Kensington, MD 7.3
OLNEY ADVENTIST PREPARATORY Olney, MD 7.3
CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Rockville, MD 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rock Church Academy

What grades does Rock Church Academy serve?

Rock Church Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rock Church Academy?

Rock Church Academy has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Church Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rock Church Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rock Church Academy rank in MD?

Rock Church Academy ranks #58 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Rock Church Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rock Church Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rock Church Academy a private school?

Yes, Rock Church Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Rock Church Academy a religious school?

Rock Church Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
67
Gender Split
91% M / 9% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County

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