Very Good
#101 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 27% of private schools
St Andrew's Episcopal School
School · Potomac, MD
A private school in Potomac, MD serving grades Pre-K – 12th.
8804 POSTOAK RD, Potomac, MD 20854
- 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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 not available
View data sources
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
Most recent published year. School vs. MD average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where St Andrew's Episcopal School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries. Open the Washington DC map →
Getting around & local context
- Walk 19Car-Dependent
- Bike 30Somewhat Bikeable
Powered by
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$1,105,300
Median rent
$3,180/mo
College educated
85.7%
Homeownership
89.9%
Poverty rate
2.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 20854; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mc Lean School of MarylandPrivate · tuition | 8.1 | K–12 | 0.7 mi | 477 | Compare → |
| Ivymount SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.8 | 1–12 | 0.8 mi | 195 | Compare → |
| Muslim Community School/alim AcademyPrivate · tuition | 6.6 | PK–11 | 1.0 mi | 75 | Compare → |
| The Heights SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.6 | 3–12 | 1.4 mi | 602 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
St Andrew's Episcopal School is listed in Potomac, MD; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About St Andrew's Episcopal School
St Andrew's Episcopal School is a private school in Potomac, MD, serving approximately 673 students in grades Pre-K-12th with a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 378 private schools in MD.
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.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (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
- Area population (ZIP 20854)
- 49,694
- Area average commute
- 30.9 min
- Area median age
- 47.6
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 20854; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.