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#281 of 378 private schools in MD

St Mary S Ryken High School

High School

22600 CAMP CALVERT RD, Leonardtown, MD 20650

Private

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#281 of 378

In Leonardtown

#2 of 4

public schools

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St Mary S Ryken High School

5.5/10

High School in Leonardtown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Mary S Ryken High School

St Mary S Ryken High School is a private high school in Leonardtown, MD. St Mary S Ryken High School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary S Ryken High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #281 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares0.6 pts below MD schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • MD avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

St Mary S Ryken 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.

St Mary S Ryken High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How St Mary S Ryken High School compares to the 4 public schools in Leonardtown, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
17.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
639
This School
vs
1,014
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.3% vs 0%
Black 25.4% vs 0%
Asian 5% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%
St Mary S Ryken High School Leonardtown Public Avg

All Schools in Leonardtown

School Rating
St Mary S Ryken High School (this school) 5.5
Leonardtown Middle 7.3
Leonardtown Elementary 7.0
Leonardtown High 6.8
Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary 8.7

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- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
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 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Enrollment 639
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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 60.3%
Black 25.4%
Asian 5.0%
Two or More 4.7%
Hispanic 4.4%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

22600 CAMP CALVERT RD, Leonardtown, MD 20650

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary S Ryken High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Leonardtown High (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chopticon High (rated 6.1/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Morganza), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEONARD HALL JR NAVAL ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Leonardtown, see our Leonardtown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
FATHER ANDREW WHITE SJ SCHOOL Leonardtown 0.9 mi 4.3
Leonardtown Middle Leonardtown 1.1 mi 7.3
Leonardtown Elementary Leonardtown 1.1 mi 7.0
LEONARD HALL JR NAVAL ACADEMY Leonardtown 1.3 mi 5.9
Leonardtown High Leonardtown 1.3 mi 6.8
LITTLE SEEDLINGS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KDGN Leonardtown 1.4 mi
Captain Walter Francis Duke Elementary Leonardtown 2.1 mi 8.7
Evergreen Elementary School California 3.4 mi 7.3
Benjamin Banneker Elementary Loveville 4.2 mi 6.3
LOVEVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Leonardtown 5.1 mi 2.2
ST JOHN'S ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hollywood 4.8 mi 5.2
HOLLYWOOD UMC CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Hollywood 5.1 mi 2.3
MECHANICSVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Mechanicsville 5.7 mi 3.9
STARMARKER SCHOOL EARLY EDUCATION WILDWOOD California 4.7 mi
PIN CUSHION MENNONITE SCHOOL Leonardtown 5.9 mi
FRIENDSHIP MENNONITE SCHOOL Mechanicsville 6.4 mi
Hollywood Elementary Hollywood 5.7 mi 7.2
BUSY CORNER SCHOOL Leonardtown 7.0 mi
Chopticon High Morganza 6.8 mi 6.1
Oakville Elementary Mechanicsville 7.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,688

Median Home Value

$464,000

Median Rent

$1,726/mo

Population

15,979

College Educated

41.6%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mary S Ryken High School

What grades does St Mary S Ryken High School serve?

St Mary S Ryken High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Mary S Ryken High School?

St Mary S Ryken High School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary S Ryken High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary S Ryken High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mary S Ryken High School rank in MD?

St Mary S Ryken High School ranks #281 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is St Mary S Ryken High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary S Ryken High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Mary S Ryken High School a private school?

Yes, St Mary S Ryken 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 Mary S Ryken High School a religious school?

St Mary S Ryken High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
3 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
639
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
St. Mary's County

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