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#327 of 378 private schools in MD

St Louis School

Elementary School

12500 STATE ROUTE 108, Clarksville, MD 21029

Private

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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4.9/10

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About St Louis School

St Louis School is a private elementary school in Clarksville, MD. St Louis School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Louis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #327 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares1.4 pts below MD schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Louis 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 Louis School compares to the 4 public schools in Clarksville, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
510
This School
vs
873
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
9.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.5% vs 0%
Black 11.6% vs 0%
Asian 10.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.5% vs 0%
St Louis School Clarksville Public Avg

All Schools in Clarksville

School Rating
St Louis School (this school) 4.9
River Hill High 8.7
Clarksville Elementary 9.4
Pointers Run Elementary 9.6
Clarksville Middle 9.5

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)
C 3.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Enrollment 510
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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 63.5%
Black 11.6%
Asian 10.4%
Two or More 8.0%
Hispanic 6.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12500 STATE ROUTE 108, Clarksville, MD 21029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Louis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pointers Run Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clarksville Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fulton Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fulton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarksville, see our Clarksville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHCREST MONTESSORI Clarksville 0.1 mi
BROOKFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clarksville 0.1 mi
River Hill High Clarksville 1.1 mi 8.7
Clarksville Elementary Clarksville 1.2 mi 9.4
Pointers Run Elementary Clarksville 1.4 mi 9.6
Clarksville Middle Clarksville 1.5 mi 9.5
GLENELG COUNTRY SCHOOL Ellicott City 3.4 mi 8.1
Dayton Oaks Elementary Dayton 3.3 mi 9.1
Swansfield Elementary Columbia 3.1 mi 7.4
Cedar Lane Special Center Fulton 3.8 mi 3.1
Lime Kiln Middle Fulton 3.8 mi 9.1
Harpers Choice Middle Columbia 3.3 mi 6.3
Fulton Elementary Fulton 4.0 mi 9.3
Reservoir High Fulton 4.1 mi 7.5
Homewood School Ellicott City 3.6 mi 5.2
Atholton High Columbia 3.6 mi 7.5
Longfellow Elementary Columbia 3.6 mi 6.2
KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS Laurel 4.1 mi
MOUNTHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia 3.8 mi
Wilde Lake Middle Columbia 3.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$904,700

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

13,783

College Educated

81.8%

Homeownership

91.7%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

1.2%

Median Age

43.2

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Adelphi Elementary Adelphi, MD 4.9
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Battle Grove Elementary Baltimore, MD 4.9
Bond Mill Elementary Laurel, MD 4.9
Bradbury Heights Elementary Capital Heights, MD 4.9
Chase Elementary Baltimore, MD 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Louis School

What grades does St Louis School serve?

St Louis School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Louis School?

St Louis School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Louis School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Louis School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Louis School rank in MD?

St Louis School ranks #327 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is St Louis School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Louis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Louis School a private school?

Yes, St Louis 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 Louis School a religious school?

St Louis School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
510
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Howard County

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