Below Average
#357 of 378 private schools in MD
St Frances Academy
High School
501 E CHASE ST, Baltimore, MD 21202
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#357 of 378
In Baltimore
#53 of 59
public schools
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St Frances Academy
High School in Baltimore · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Frances Academy
St Frances Academy is a private high school in Baltimore, MD. St Frances Academy serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Frances Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #357 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Frances Academy 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 Frances Academy compares to 55 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
501 E CHASE ST, Baltimore, MD 21202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Frances Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Baltimore School for the Arts (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Baltimore Design School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eager Street Academy (rated 5.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eager Street Academy Baltimore | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Johnston Square Elementary Baltimore | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Baltimore Design School Baltimore | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| THE LOYOLA SCHOOL Baltimore | 0.4 mi | — |
| Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School Baltimore | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Baltimore School for the Arts Baltimore | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary Baltimore | 0.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Cecil Elementary Baltimore | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| TONG LE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Baltimore | 0.8 mi | — |
| Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women Baltimore | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar High Baltimore | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| National Academy Foundation Baltimore | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Dallas F. Nicholas Sr. Elementary Baltimore | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Baltimore | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MOTHER SETON ACADEMY Baltimore | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BALTIMORE LAB SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Midtown Academy Baltimore | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| City Springs Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Joseph C. Briscoe Academy Baltimore | 0.9 mi | — |
| Mount Royal Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,578
Median Home Value
$307,700
Median Rent
$1,497/mo
Population
21,506
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
20.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
24%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bluford Drew Jemison STEM Academy West Baltimore, MD | 4.5 |
| Homewood School Ellicott City, MD | 5.2 |
| Renaissance Academy Baltimore, MD | 5.2 |
| Excel Academy at Francis M. Wood High Baltimore, MD | 5.5 |
| SS PETER & PAUL HIGH SCHOOL Easton, MD | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Frances Academy
What grades does St Frances Academy serve?
St Frances Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Frances Academy?
St Frances Academy has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Frances Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Frances Academy is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Frances Academy rank in MD?
St Frances Academy ranks #357 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St Frances Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Frances Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Frances Academy a private school?
Yes, St Frances Academy 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 Frances Academy a religious school?
St Frances Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 207
- Gender Split
- 81% M / 19% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 193 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Phone
- (443) 604-7751
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