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#232 of 378 private schools in MD
St Mary of the Mills School
Elementary School
106 SAINT MARYS PL, Laurel, MD 20707
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#232 of 378
In Laurel
#2 of 5
public schools
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St Mary of the Mills School
Elementary School in Laurel · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary of the Mills School
St Mary of the Mills School is a private elementary school in Laurel, MD. St Mary of the Mills School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary of the Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Mary of the Mills 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 Mary of the Mills School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Laurel, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary of the Mills School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Laurel Elementary | 5.4 |
| Laurel Woods Elementary | 5.8 |
| Scotchtown Hills Elementary | 3.6 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle | 5.6 |
| Forest Ridge Elementary | 6.8 |
| Oaklands Elementary | 5.4 |
| Bond Mill Elementary | 4.9 |
| Maryland City Elementary | 5.2 |
| Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus | 8.9 |
| Brock Bridge Elementary | 4.3 |
| James H. Harrison Elementary | 5.6 |
| Murray Hill Middle | 7.4 |
| Gorman Crossing Elementary | 8.1 |
| Deerfield Run Elementary | 4.3 |
| Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter | 7.8 |
| Hammond Elementary | 8.0 |
| Hammond Middle | 7.9 |
| Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings formerly Oak Hill | 5.8 |
| Montpelier Elementary | 5.1 |
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
106 SAINT MARYS PL, Laurel, MD 20707
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary of the Mills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gorman Crossing Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hammond Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laurel, see our Laurel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST VINCENT PALLOTTI HIGH SCHOOL Laurel | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Laurel Elementary Laurel | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| THE JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Laurel | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Laurel Woods Elementary Laurel | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Laurel High Laurel | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Scotchtown Hills Elementary Laurel | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF LAUREL Laurel | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| PHILLIPS SCHOOL - LAUREL Laurel | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle Laurel | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Oaklands Elementary Laurel | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Forest Ridge Elementary Laurel | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| James H. Harrison Elementary Laurel | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Murray Hill Middle Laurel | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Gorman Crossing Elementary Laurel | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Deerfield Run Elementary Laurel | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus Laurel | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Brock Bridge Elementary Laurel | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Maryland City Elementary Laurel | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Bond Mill Elementary Laurel | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Hammond Elementary Laurel | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20707 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,093
Median Home Value
$411,200
Median Rent
$1,880/mo
Population
36,549
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cecilton Elementary Cecilton, MD | 6.0 |
| Greenview Knolls Elementary Great Mills, MD | 6.0 |
| Lewistown Elementary Thurmont, MD | 6.0 |
| MOTHER CATHERINE ACADEMY Mechanicsville, MD | 6.0 |
| Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD | 6.0 |
| ST MICHAEL-ST. CLEMENT SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary of the Mills School
What grades does St Mary of the Mills School serve?
St Mary of the Mills School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary of the Mills School?
St Mary of the Mills School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary of the Mills School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary of the Mills School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary of the Mills School rank in MD?
St Mary of the Mills School ranks #232 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St Mary of the Mills School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary of the Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary of the Mills School a private school?
Yes, St Mary of the Mills 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 Mary of the Mills School a religious school?
St Mary of the Mills School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Phone
- (301) 498-1433
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