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#50 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 13% of private schools

Sheppard Pratt School

School

11201 PEPPER RD, Hunt Valley, MD 21031

Private

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

5.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Sheppard Pratt School

7.7/10

School in Hunt Valley · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sheppard Pratt School

Sheppard Pratt School is a private school in Hunt Valley, MD. Sheppard Pratt School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sheppard Pratt School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.4 pts above MD schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, Sheppard Pratt 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Sheppard Pratt School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Sheppard Pratt 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.

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- 8.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,284
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 59
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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)

White 55.9%
Black 35.6%
Asian 5.1%
Hispanic 3.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11201 PEPPER RD, Hunt Valley, MD 21031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sheppard Pratt School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE TRELLIS SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sparks), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST PAUL'S SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Brooklandville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, APPLE TREE CHILDREN'S CENTER (rated 6.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Cockeysville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hunt Valley, see our Hunt Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Cockeysville Middle Cockeysville 1.7 mi 6.2
ST JOSEPH'S SCHOOL Cockeysville 2.0 mi 5.1
THE TRELLIS SCHOOL Sparks 2.3 mi 7.7
Mays Chapel Elementary Timonium 2.4 mi 8.8
Padonia International Elementary Cockeysville 2.3 mi 4.2
APPLE TREE CHILDREN'S CENTER Cockeysville 2.4 mi 6.5
Pinewood Elementary Timonium 3.3 mi 9.3
Warren Elementary Cockeysville 2.7 mi 4.8
Dulaney High Timonium 3.0 mi 6.5
Sparks Elementary Sparks 3.6 mi 9.2
Pot Spring Elementary Timonium 3.2 mi 7.0
ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Brooklandville 4.3 mi 7.0
Timonium Elementary Timonium 4.2 mi 9.4
MARYVALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lutherville 4.5 mi 6.5
HAVENWOOD CHURCH PRESCHOOL CENTER Lutherville 4.5 mi
Ridgely Middle Lutherville 4.5 mi 8.1
VILLA MARIA SCHOOL Timonium 4.1 mi 7.2
GREENSPRING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lutherville 4.8 mi 7.6
Lutherville Laboratory Lutherville 4.7 mi 8.0
OLDFIELDS SCHOOL Sparks Glencoe 4.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

25

College Educated

0%

Homeownership

0%

Poverty Rate

0%

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
THE TRELLIS SCHOOL Sparks, MD 7.7
CHIMES SCHOOL THE Baltimore, MD 7.6
COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Brookeville, MD 7.9
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY Millersville, MD 7.5
THE BENEDICTINE SCHOOL Ridgely, MD 7.5
LAUREL HALL SCHOOL - FREDERICK Frederick, MD 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sheppard Pratt School

What grades does Sheppard Pratt School serve?

Sheppard Pratt School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Sheppard Pratt School?

Sheppard Pratt School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sheppard Pratt School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sheppard Pratt School 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 Sheppard Pratt School rank in MD?

Sheppard Pratt School ranks #50 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is Sheppard Pratt School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sheppard Pratt School 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 Sheppard Pratt School a private school?

Yes, Sheppard Pratt 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 Sheppard Pratt School a religious school?

No, Sheppard Pratt School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
59
Gender Split
97% M / 3% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
214 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County

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