Very Good
#101 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 27% of private schools
St Andrew's Episcopal School
School
8804 POSTOAK RD, Potomac, MD 20854
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#101 of 378
In Potomac
#5 of 9
public schools
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St Andrew's Episcopal School
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About St Andrew's Episcopal School
St Andrew's Episcopal School is a private school in Potomac, MD. St Andrew's Episcopal School serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Andrew's Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, St Andrew's Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Andrew's Episcopal 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's Episcopal School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Potomac, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Andrew's Episcopal School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | 9.1 |
| Winston Churchill High | 8.0 |
| Beverly Farms Elementary | 9.1 |
| Bells Mill Elementary | 9.3 |
| Cabin John Middle | 9.0 |
| Cold Spring Elementary | 9.7 |
| Wayside Elementary | 9.8 |
| Potomac Elementary | 8.9 |
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.
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
8804 POSTOAK RD, Potomac, MD 20854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Andrew's Episcopal School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MC LEAN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is IVYMOUNT SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Rockville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BULLIS SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Potomac, see our Potomac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Herbert Hoover Middle Potomac | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Winston Churchill High Potomac | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Beverly Farms Elementary Potomac | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| MC LEAN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Potomac | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| IVYMOUNT SCHOOL Rockville | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| THE MADDUX SCHOOL Rockville | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Cabin John Middle Potomac | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Rockville | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Bells Mill Elementary Potomac | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| GENEVA DAY SCHOOL Potomac | 0.9 mi | — |
| MUSLIM COMMUNITY SCHOOL/ALIM ACADEMY Potomac | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Ritchie Park Elementary Rockville | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| NO CHANGE! Potomac | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Cold Spring Elementary Potomac | 1.1 mi | 9.7 |
| THE HEIGHTS SCHOOL Potomac | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| BULLIS SCHOOL Potomac | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Wayside Elementary Potomac | 1.6 mi | 9.8 |
| Farmland Elementary Rockville | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Thomas S. Wootton High Rockville | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Robert Frost Middle School Rockville | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,105,300
Median Rent
$3,180/mo
Population
49,694
College Educated
85.7%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BULLIS SCHOOL Potomac, MD | 7.1 |
| INDIAN CREEK SCHOOL Crownsville, MD | 7.1 |
| AL-HUDA SCHOOL College Park, MD | 7.0 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac, MD | 7.2 |
| INDIAN CREEK SCHOOL Crownsville, MD | 7.2 |
| SANDY SPRINGS FRIENDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandy Spring, MD | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Andrew's Episcopal School
What grades does St Andrew's Episcopal School serve?
St Andrew's Episcopal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend St Andrew's Episcopal School?
St Andrew's Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Andrew's Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Andrew's Episcopal School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Andrew's Episcopal School rank in MD?
St Andrew's Episcopal School ranks #101 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St Andrew's Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Andrew's Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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's Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, St Andrew's Episcopal School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal 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's Episcopal School a religious school?
St Andrew's Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 673
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 983-5200
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