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Very Good

#61 of 378 private schools in MD

Top 16% of private schools

St Francis of Assisi School

Elementary School

3617 HARFORD RD, Baltimore, MD 21218

Private

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#61 of 378

In Baltimore

#10 of 59

public schools

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St Francis of Assisi School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Baltimore · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Montebello Elementary/middle

4.6/10

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7.6/10

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About St Francis of Assisi School

St Francis of Assisi School is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. St Francis of Assisi School serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.2 pts above MD schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, St Francis of Assisi 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, St Francis of Assisi School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

St Francis of Assisi 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

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How St Francis of Assisi School compares to 230 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
184
This School
vs
482
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 42.4% vs 0%
Black 38.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
St Francis of Assisi School Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Francis of Assisi School (this school) 7.5
Montebello Elementary/Middle 4.6
The Green School of Baltimore 7.6
The Belair-Edison School 4.1
Abbottston Elementary 4.5
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School 7.9
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle 5.7
Waverly Elementary/Middle 4.8
Stadium School 2.7
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys 6.7
Harford Heights Elementary 6.9
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle
Sinclair Lane Elementary 3.9
Gardenville Elementary 3.2
Lakewood Elementary 7.2
Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle 4.3
Lois T. Murray Elementary/Middle 2.1
Northwood Elementary 5.0
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle 4.0
Baltimore International Academy 5.1
Collington Square Elementary/Middle 5.5

Showing 20 of 230 schools. View all schools in Baltimore

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 66%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 184
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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 42.4%
Black 38.6%
Two or More 10.9%
Hispanic 4.3%
Asian 3.3%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3617 HARFORD RD, Baltimore, MD 21218

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Francis of Assisi School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Green School of Baltimore (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lakewood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Harford Heights Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Montebello Elementary/Middle Baltimore 0.4 mi 4.6
The Green School of Baltimore Baltimore 0.6 mi 7.6
Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High Baltimore 0.6 mi 3.1
THE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL OF BALTIMORE Baltimore 1.1 mi 6.8
The Belair-Edison School Baltimore 1.0 mi 4.1
Lillie May Carroll Jackson School Baltimore 1.2 mi 7.9
Baltimore City College Baltimore 1.0 mi 7.9
The Reach! Partnership School Baltimore 1.2 mi 4.8
THE H.O.P.E. ACADEMY BALTIMORE, INC. Baltimore 1.3 mi 4.1
Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.4 mi 5.7
Abbottston Elementary Baltimore 1.2 mi 4.5
ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.3 mi 5.7
ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.3 mi 5.7
Lakewood Elementary Baltimore 1.6 mi 7.2
Harford Heights Elementary Baltimore 1.5 mi 6.9
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.5 mi
Northwood Elementary Baltimore 1.6 mi 5.0
Fort Worthington Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.6 mi 4.0
Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys Baltimore 1.4 mi 6.7
Sinclair Lane Elementary Baltimore 1.5 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,378

Median Home Value

$229,800

Median Rent

$1,239/mo

Population

44,903

College Educated

43.7%

Homeownership

49.1%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Francis of Assisi School

What grades does St Francis of Assisi School serve?

St Francis of Assisi School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Francis of Assisi School?

St Francis of Assisi School has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis of Assisi School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Francis of Assisi School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Francis of Assisi School rank in MD?

St Francis of Assisi School ranks #61 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is St Francis of Assisi School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Francis of Assisi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Francis of Assisi School a private school?

Yes, St Francis of Assisi 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 Francis of Assisi School a religious school?

St Francis of Assisi School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
184
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Baltimore city

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