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#124 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 33% of private schools
Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the
Middle School
11500 CRONRIDGE DR STE 130, Owings Mills, MD 21117
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#124 of 378
In Owings Mills
#4 of 6
public schools
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About Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the
Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the is a private middle school in Owings Mills, MD. Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the 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 Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Owings Mills, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the (this school) | 6.9 |
| Timber Grove Elementary | 3.5 |
| Owings Mills Elementary | 4.3 |
| New Town Elementary | 3.6 |
| Lyons Mill Elementary | 8.2 |
| Deer Park Elementary | 5.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
11500 CRONRIDGE DR STE 130, Owings Mills, MD 21117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chatsworth School (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Reisterstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyons Mill Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEMICY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Owings Mills, see our Owings Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BALTIMORE SCHOOL OF INDEPENDENT LEARNERS Owings Mills | 0.5 mi | — |
| JEMICY SCHOOL Owings Mills | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Timber Grove Elementary Owings Mills | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Owings Mills Elementary Owings Mills | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| ST THOMAS PRE SCHOOL Owings Mills | 1.6 mi | — |
| TORAH INSTITUTE Owings Mills | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Owings Mills High Owings Mills | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Cedarmere Elementary Reisterstown | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| HARBOUR SCHOOL AT BALTIMORE Owings Mills | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Franklin High Reisterstown | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Reisterstown Elementary Reisterstown | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Glyndon Elementary Reisterstown | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| MCDONOGH SCHOOL Owings Mills | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Owings Mills | 3.3 mi | — |
| New Town High Owings Mills | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glyndon | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| New Town Elementary Owings Mills | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Chatsworth School Reisterstown | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Lyons Mill Elementary Owings Mills | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ISRAEL HENRY BEREN HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,934
Median Home Value
$370,700
Median Rent
$1,817/mo
Population
61,337
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the
What grades does Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the serve?
Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the?
Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the?
The student-teacher ratio at Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the rank in MD?
Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the ranks #124 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the's MySchoolScout rating?
Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the a private school?
Yes, Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the 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 Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the a religious school?
No, Shafer Center for Early Intervention- the is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 83% M / 17% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 215 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Phone
- (410) 517-1113
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