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#365 of 378 private schools in MD

St Ursula School

Elementary School

8900 HARFORD RD, Baltimore, MD 21234

Private

Enrollment

594

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Maryland private schools

#365 of 378

In Baltimore

#58 of 59

public schools

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St Ursula School

3.9/10

Elementary School in Baltimore · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Ursula School

St Ursula School is a private elementary school in Baltimore, MD. St Ursula School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ursula School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 378 private schools in MD.

How it compares2.4 pts below MD schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • MD avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Ursula 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 Ursula School compares to 230 public schools serving similar grades in Baltimore, MD

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
594
This School
vs
482
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.9
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.3% vs 0%
Black 5.7% vs 0%
Asian 3% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%
St Ursula School Baltimore Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Ursula School (this school) 3.9
Parkville Middle 4.6
Villa Cresta Elementary 5.4
Carney Elementary 3.7
Harford Hills Elementary 4.5
Oakleigh Elementary 3.3
Woodhome Elementary/Middle 4.6
Pine Grove Middle 3.6
Pine Grove Elementary 5.7
Fullerton Elementary 4.8
Halstead Academy 3.0
Hamilton Elementary/Middle 4.7
Glenmount Elementary/Middle 7.8
Loch Raven Technical Academy 3.9
City Neighbors Charter School 5.5
Elmwood Elementary 3.3
City Neighbors Hamilton 8.0
Seven Oaks Elementary 6.3
Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet 8.4
Yorkwood Elementary 5.5
Rossville Elementary 7.3

Showing 20 of 230 schools. View all schools in Baltimore

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- 1.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,192.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.6 / 10
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Enrollment 594
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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 82.3%
Two or More 7.1%
Black 5.7%
Asian 3.0%
Hispanic 1.2%
Native American 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8900 HARFORD RD, Baltimore, MD 21234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Ursula School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenmount Elementary/Middle (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL-ST. CLEMENT SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baltimore, see our Baltimore schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Parkville High Baltimore 0.4 mi 3.9
Northeast EDLP at Parkville High School Towson 0.4 mi
Parkville Middle Baltimore 0.6 mi 4.6
Harford Hills Elementary Baltimore 1.0 mi 4.5
Carney Elementary Baltimore 0.9 mi 3.7
Villa Cresta Elementary Baltimore 0.8 mi 5.4
White Oak School Parkville 1.0 mi 3.7
Woodhome Elementary/Middle Baltimore 1.3 mi 4.6
Oakleigh Elementary Baltimore 1.2 mi 3.3
Pine Grove Middle Baltimore 1.4 mi 3.6
THE MARYLAND SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Baltimore 1.5 mi 8.2
ST PETERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.5 mi 5.4
Pine Grove Elementary Baltimore 1.8 mi 5.7
Fullerton Elementary Baltimore 1.9 mi 4.8
ST MICHAEL-ST. CLEMENT SCHOOL Baltimore 2.0 mi 6.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Baltimore 1.7 mi 5.8
ROCK CHURCH ACADEMY Baltimore 2.0 mi 7.6
Glenmount Elementary/Middle Baltimore 2.3 mi 7.8
Hamilton Elementary/Middle Baltimore 2.2 mi 4.7
THE ARROW CENTER FOR EDUCATION Baltimore 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 21234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,139

Median Home Value

$276,000

Median Rent

$1,542/mo

Population

65,010

College Educated

36.5%

Homeownership

65.2%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

40.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Beechfield Elementary/Middle Baltimore, MD 3.9
Brandywine Elementary Brandywine, MD 3.9
Brooklyn Park Elementary Baltimore, MD 3.9
Calverton Elementary Beltsville, MD 3.9
Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Elementary School Waldorf, MD 3.9
Glenridge Elementary Landover Hills, MD 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Ursula School

What grades does St Ursula School serve?

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

How many students attend St Ursula School?

St Ursula School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Ursula School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Ursula School rank in MD?

St Ursula School ranks #365 of 378 private schools in MD.

What is St Ursula School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Ursula School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Ursula School a private school?

Yes, St Ursula 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 Ursula School a religious school?

St Ursula School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
594
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Baltimore County

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