Very Good
#34 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 9% of private schools
St John the Baptist School
Elementary School
12319 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, Silver Spring, MD 20904
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#34 of 378
In Silver Spring
#3 of 16
public schools
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St John the Baptist School
Elementary School in Silver Spring · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St John the Baptist School
St John the Baptist School is a private elementary school in Silver Spring, MD. St John the Baptist School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, St John the Baptist School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St John the Baptist 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 John the Baptist School compares to 47 public schools serving similar grades in Silver Spring, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St John the Baptist School (this school) | 7.9 |
| White Oak Middle | 6.0 |
| Jackson Road Elementary | 6.3 |
| Cannon Road Elementary | 5.5 |
| William Tyler Page Elementary | 8.2 |
| Burnt Mills Elementary | 6.4 |
| Kemp Mill Elementary | 5.4 |
| Westover Elementary | 8.9 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle | 5.3 |
| Francis Scott Key Middle | 5.5 |
| Cresthaven Elementary | 5.6 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary | 8.7 |
| Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary | 8.9 |
| Glenallan Elementary | 6.8 |
| Arcola Elementary | 4.8 |
| Pine Crest Elementary | 8.3 |
| Galway Elementary | 7.7 |
| Glen Haven Elementary | 6.3 |
| Roscoe R Nix Elementary | 6.0 |
| Sligo Middle | 7.4 |
| Stonegate Elementary | 7.4 |
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
12319 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, Silver Spring, MD 20904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St John the Baptist School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westover Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Forest Knolls Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| White Oak Middle Silver Spring | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Jackson Road Elementary Silver Spring | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Springbrook High Silver Spring | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Cannon Road Elementary Silver Spring | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| JULIA BROWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| JAMON MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | — |
| Burnt Mills Elementary Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| William Tyler Page Elementary Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Kemp Mill Elementary Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| THE GAN MONTESSORI Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | — |
| Westover Elementary Silver Spring | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| CASA DE MONTESSORI Silver Spring | 1.9 mi | — |
| FORCEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Francis Scott Key Middle Silver Spring | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Cresthaven Elementary Silver Spring | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary Silver Spring | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle Silver Spring | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| HOUSE OF HOPE MARYLAND DAY SCHOOL Silver Spring | 2.5 mi | — |
| Northwood High Silver Spring | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,322
Median Home Value
$533,500
Median Rent
$1,893/mo
Population
57,244
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Dorchester School Church Creek, MD | 7.9 |
| White Marsh Elementary Trappe, MD | 7.9 |
| City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore, MD | 8.0 |
| H. H. Garnett Elementary Chestertown, MD | 8.0 |
| MOTHER OF GOD SCHOOL Gaithersburg, MD | 8.0 |
| Northeast Elementary Cumberland, MD | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St John the Baptist School
What grades does St John the Baptist School serve?
St John the Baptist School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St John the Baptist School?
St John the Baptist School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School?
The student-teacher ratio at St John the Baptist School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St John the Baptist School rank in MD?
St John the Baptist School ranks #34 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St John the Baptist School's MySchoolScout rating?
St John the Baptist School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St John the Baptist School a private school?
Yes, St John the Baptist School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist 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 John the Baptist School a religious school?
St John the Baptist School has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 238
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 622-3076
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