Average
#205 of 378 private schools in MD
St Patrick's School
Elementary School
4101 NORBECK RD, Rockville, MD 20853
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#205 of 378
In Rockville
#11 of 14
public schools
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St Patrick's School
Elementary School in Rockville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Patrick's School
St Patrick's School is a private elementary school in Rockville, MD. St Patrick's School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Patrick's 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 Patrick's School compares to 29 public schools serving similar grades in Rockville, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patrick's School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Flower Valley Elementary | 7.6 |
| Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary | 9.2 |
| Earle B. Wood Middle | 7.1 |
| Parkland Middle | 6.9 |
| Brookhaven Elementary | 7.2 |
| Cashell Elementary | 8.6 |
| Rock Creek Valley Elementary | 7.2 |
| Meadow Hall Elementary | 6.5 |
| Wheaton Woods Elementary | 6.0 |
| Maryvale Elementary | 8.8 |
| Carl Sandburg Center | 2.2 |
| Twinbrook Elementary | 5.9 |
| Redland Middle | 6.9 |
| Candlewood Elementary | 8.5 |
| PEP - Itinerant | — |
| Bayard Rustin Elementary | 9.1 |
| College Gardens Elementary | 8.1 |
| Beall Elementary | 8.8 |
| Mill Creek Towne Elementary | 8.8 |
| Julius West Middle | 8.2 |
Showing 20 of 29 schools. View all schools in Rockville
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
4101 NORBECK RD, Rockville, MD 20853
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patrick's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cashell Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flower Valley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORBECK MONTESSORI CENTER Rockville | 0.5 mi | — |
| Flower Valley Elementary Rockville | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WASHINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olney | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| THE WINCHESTER SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lucy V. Barnsley Elementary Rockville | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Parkland Middle Rockville | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Rockville | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Strathmore Elementary Silver Spring | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Cashell Elementary Rockville | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Earle B. Wood Middle Rockville | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Rock Creek Valley Elementary Rockville | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Harmony Hills Elementary Silver Spring | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Bel Pre Elementary Silver Spring | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Argyle Middle Silver Spring | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Georgian Forest Elementary Silver Spring | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| MELVIN J BERMAN HEBREW ACADEMY Rockville | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| SULAM SCHOOL Rockville | 2.6 mi | — |
| SHE'ARIM HIGH SCHOOL Rockville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Wheaton Woods Elementary Rockville | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL-ROCKVILLE (FORMERLY FROST SC Rockville | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,168
Median Home Value
$605,800
Median Rent
$1,944/mo
Population
31,438
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Grove Elementary Clinton, MD | 6.3 |
| Crellin Elementary Oakland, MD | 6.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WALDORF Waldorf, MD | 6.3 |
| HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL KENSINGTON Kensington, MD | 6.3 |
| Liberty Elementary Frederick, MD | 6.3 |
| Ridge Elementary Ridge, MD | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patrick's School
What grades does St Patrick's School serve?
St Patrick's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Patrick's School?
St Patrick's School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick's School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Patrick's School rank in MD?
St Patrick's School ranks #205 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is St Patrick's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patrick's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Patrick's School a private school?
Yes, St Patrick's 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 Patrick's School a religious school?
St Patrick's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 929-9672
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