Excellent
#3 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 1% of private schools
Tarbiyah Academy
Elementary School
6785 BUSINESS PKWY STE 108, Elkridge, MD 21075
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
142
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#3 of 378
In Elkridge
#1 of 3
public schools
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Tarbiyah Academy
Elementary School in Elkridge · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tarbiyah Academy
Tarbiyah Academy is a private elementary school in Elkridge, MD. Tarbiyah Academy serves approximately 142 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tarbiyah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 142 students, Tarbiyah Academy 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.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Tarbiyah Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tarbiyah Academy 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 Tarbiyah Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Elkridge, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tarbiyah Academy (this school) | 9.0 |
| Deep Run Elementary | 6.2 |
| Mayfield Woods Middle | 7.2 |
| Ducketts Lane Elementary | 8.7 |
| Rockburn Elementary | 9.4 |
| Elkridge Landing Middle | 7.9 |
| Elkridge Elementary | 7.0 |
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6785 BUSINESS PKWY STE 108, Elkridge, MD 21075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tarbiyah Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rockburn Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ilchester Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Ellicott City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Waterloo Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Columbia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elkridge, see our Elkridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AAMI BIBLE INSTITUTE Elkridge | 1.0 mi | — |
| Deep Run Elementary Elkridge | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Mayfield Woods Middle Elkridge | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Ducketts Lane Elementary Elkridge | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Hanover Hills Elementary Hanover | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Bellows Spring Elementary Ellicott City | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Thomas Viaduct Middle Hanover | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Rockburn Elementary Elkridge | 2.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Chesapeake Science Point Hanover | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Jessup Elementary Jessup | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Waterloo Elementary Columbia | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Elkridge Landing Middle Elkridge | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Elkridge Elementary Elkridge | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Ilchester Elementary Ellicott City | 3.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Bonnie Branch Middle Ellicott City | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Long Reach High Columbia | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ellicott City | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Elkridge | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CHILDRENS MAGNET MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elkridge | 3.0 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP SCHOOL Ellicott City | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,321
Median Home Value
$439,400
Median Rent
$2,108/mo
Population
37,146
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
64.5%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Darlington Elementary Darlington, MD | 9.1 |
| Monocacy Elementary Dickerson, MD | 8.9 |
| Oliver Beach Elementary Baltimore, MD | 8.9 |
| THE PRIMARY DAY SCHOOL Bethesda, MD | 8.9 |
| AL-RAHMAH SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 8.6 |
| Wolfsville Elementary Myersville, MD | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tarbiyah Academy
What grades does Tarbiyah Academy serve?
Tarbiyah Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Tarbiyah Academy?
Tarbiyah Academy has an enrollment of approximately 142 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tarbiyah Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Tarbiyah Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tarbiyah Academy rank in MD?
Tarbiyah Academy ranks #3 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Tarbiyah Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Tarbiyah Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tarbiyah Academy a private school?
Yes, Tarbiyah Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Tarbiyah Academy a religious school?
Tarbiyah Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 142
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Howard County
- Phone
- (844) 827-2492
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