Very Good
#46 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 12% of private schools
St Andrew Apostle School
Elementary School
11602 KEMP MILL RD, Silver Spring, MD 20902
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#46 of 378
In Silver Spring
#5 of 16
public schools
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St Andrew Apostle School
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About St Andrew Apostle School
St Andrew Apostle School is a private elementary school in Silver Spring, MD. St Andrew Apostle School serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. St Andrew Apostle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Andrew Apostle 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 St Andrew Apostle School compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Silver Spring, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Andrew Apostle School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle | 5.3 |
| Arcola Elementary | 4.8 |
| Kemp Mill Elementary | 5.4 |
| Glen Haven Elementary | 6.3 |
| Glenallan Elementary | 6.8 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary | 8.7 |
| Sligo Middle | 7.4 |
| Burnt Mills Elementary | 6.4 |
| Highland Elementary | 6.8 |
| Oakland Terrace Elementary | 8.4 |
| White Oak Middle | 6.0 |
| Westover Elementary | 8.9 |
| Jackson Road Elementary | 6.3 |
| Pine Crest Elementary | 8.3 |
| Weller Road Elementary | 5.2 |
| Flora M. Singer Elementary | 8.6 |
| A. Mario Loiederman Middle | 6.1 |
| Cannon Road Elementary | 5.5 |
| Francis Scott Key Middle | 5.5 |
| Georgian Forest Elementary | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 47 schools. View all schools in Silver Spring
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
11602 KEMP MILL RD, Silver Spring, MD 20902
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Andrew Apostle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westover Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Forest Knolls Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Odessa Shannon Middle Silver Spring | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LEO BERNSTEIN JEWISH ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Silver Spring | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA OF GREATER WASHINGTON BOYS DIVISION Spring Valley | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Arcola Elementary Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| PATHWAYS HORIZONS Silverspring | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE GAN MONTESSORI Silver Spring | 0.7 mi | — |
| Northwood High Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Glen Haven Elementary Silver Spring | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Kemp Mill Elementary Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| KEHILLAT ASHREINU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | — |
| Glenallan Elementary Silver Spring | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| PATHWAYS SCHOOL--EDGEWOOD Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | — |
| John F. Kennedy High Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Sligo Middle Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| EVERGREEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Stephen Knolls School Kensington | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Springbrook High Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Westover Elementary Silver Spring | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,408
Median Home Value
$531,200
Median Rent
$2,088/mo
Population
53,170
College Educated
47.3%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emmitsburg Elementary Emmitsburg, MD | 7.7 |
| Pasadena Elementary Pasadena, MD | 7.7 |
| FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 7.8 |
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL College Park, MD | 7.8 |
| Imagine Lincoln PCS Temple Hills, MD | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY SCHOOL Potomac, MD | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Andrew Apostle School
What grades does St Andrew Apostle School serve?
St Andrew Apostle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Andrew Apostle School?
St Andrew Apostle School has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Andrew Apostle School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Andrew Apostle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Andrew Apostle School rank in MD?
St Andrew Apostle School ranks #46 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St Andrew Apostle School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Andrew Apostle 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 St Andrew Apostle School a private school?
Yes, St Andrew Apostle School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Andrew Apostle School a religious school?
St Andrew Apostle School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 649-3555
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