Very Good
#51 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 13% of private schools
Seneca Academy
Elementary School
15601 GERMANTOWN RD, Darnestown, MD 20874
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#51 of 378
In Darnestown
#1 of 3
public schools
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Seneca Academy
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About Seneca Academy
Seneca Academy is a private elementary school in Darnestown, MD. Seneca Academy serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Seneca Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, Seneca 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 7:1 students to teachers, Seneca Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Seneca 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.
Schools in Darnestown
No public schools found in Darnestown for comparison. 2 other private schools in the area.
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
15601 GERMANTOWN RD, Darnestown, MD 20874
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seneca Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jones Lane Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Gaithersburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Travilah Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby North Potomac), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Darnestown, see our Darnestown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUTLER MONTESSORI Darnestown | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| MARY OF NAZARETH SCHOOL Darnestown | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| GEORGETOWN HILL EARLY SCHOOL Gaithersburg | 1.0 mi | — |
| Darnestown Elementary Gaithersburg | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Jones Lane Elementary Gaithersburg | 1.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Spark M. Matsunaga Elementary Germantown | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Longview School Germantown | 2.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Northwest High Germantown | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Quince Orchard High Gaithersburg | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Great Seneca Creek Elementary Germantown | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Ridgeview Middle Gaithersburg | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Rachel Carson Elementary Gaithersburg | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Kingsview Middle Germantown | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Dr. Ronald E. McNair Elementary Germantown | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Travilah Elementary North Potomac | 3.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Clopper Mill Elementary Germantown | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| DuFief Elementary Gaithersburg | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Diamond Elementary Gaithersburg | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20874 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,648
Median Home Value
$385,300
Median Rent
$1,938/mo
Population
62,233
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
37.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARNESVILLE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES Dickerson, MD | 7.6 |
| GREENSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lutherville, MD | 7.6 |
| ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY Baltimore, MD | 7.6 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ellicott City, MD | 7.6 |
| CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Rockville, MD | 7.9 |
| FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Germantown, MD | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seneca Academy
What grades does Seneca Academy serve?
Seneca Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Seneca Academy?
Seneca Academy has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seneca Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Seneca Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Seneca Academy rank in MD?
Seneca Academy ranks #51 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Seneca Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Seneca Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Seneca Academy a private school?
Yes, Seneca Academy 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 Seneca Academy a religious school?
No, Seneca Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 99
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 869-3728
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