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#158 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 42% of private schools
St Maria Goretti Catholic High School
High School
18614 CRESTWOOD DR, Hagerstown, MD 21742
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#158 of 378
In Hagerstown
#5 of 11
public schools
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St Maria Goretti Catholic High School
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About St Maria Goretti Catholic High School
St Maria Goretti Catholic High School is a private high school in Hagerstown, MD. St Maria Goretti Catholic High School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Maria Goretti Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #158 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, St Maria Goretti Catholic High 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.
St Maria Goretti Catholic High 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 Maria Goretti Catholic High School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Hagerstown, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Maria Goretti Catholic High School (this school) | 6.6 |
| North Hagerstown High | 6.3 |
| Washington County Job Development Center | 7.5 |
| Marshall Street School | 2.5 |
| Barbara Ingram School for the Arts | 9.1 |
| South Hagerstown High | 4.7 |
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
18614 CRESTWOOD DR, Hagerstown, MD 21742
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Maria Goretti Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Barbara Ingram School for the Arts (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington County Job Development Center (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Hagerstown High (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hagerstown, see our Hagerstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fountaindale Elementary Hagerstown | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Northern Middle Hagerstown | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| North Hagerstown High Hagerstown | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Marshall Street School Hagerstown | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Washington County Job Development Center Hagerstown | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Western Heights Middle Hagerstown | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Salem Avenue Elementary Hagerstown | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Maugansville Elementary Maugansville | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| TRUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hagerstown | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hagerstown | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Paramount Elementary Hagerstown | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Hagerstown | 2.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Potomac Heights Elementary Hagerstown | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HAGERSTOWN CHILDRENS SCHOOL Hagerstown | 2.3 mi | — |
| GRACE ACADEMY Hagerstown | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Jonathan Hager Elementary Hagerstown | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| PARADISE MENNONITE SCHOOL Hagerstown | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Bester Elementary Hagerstown | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Pangborn Elementary Hagerstown | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| South Hagerstown High Hagerstown | 3.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,533
Median Home Value
$280,100
Median Rent
$1,267/mo
Population
35,114
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Maria Goretti Catholic High School
What grades does St Maria Goretti Catholic High School serve?
St Maria Goretti Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Maria Goretti Catholic High School?
St Maria Goretti Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Maria Goretti Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Maria Goretti Catholic High School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Maria Goretti Catholic High School rank in MD?
St Maria Goretti Catholic High School ranks #158 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St Maria Goretti Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Maria Goretti Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Maria Goretti Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St Maria Goretti Catholic High 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 Maria Goretti Catholic High School a religious school?
St Maria Goretti Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (301) 739-4266
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