Very Good
#103 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 27% of private schools
The Children's Guild
School
6802 MCCLEN, Chillum, MD 20782
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 11th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
1st – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#103 of 378
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The Children's Guild
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About The Children's Guild
The Children's Guild is a private school in Chillum, MD. The Children's Guild serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades 1st-11th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Children's Guild has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, The Children's Guild 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, The Children's Guild sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Children's Guild 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.
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
6802 MCCLEN, Chillum, MD 20782
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Children's Guild may also want to explore other schools in the area. ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), a more accessible option. Additionally, ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Baltimore), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chillum, see our Chillum schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Achievement Academy at Harbor City High Baltimore | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Reginald F. Lewis High Baltimore | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Halstead Academy Baltimore | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Yorkwood Elementary Baltimore | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Hamilton Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Pleasant Plains Elementary Towson | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Loch Raven Technical Academy Baltimore | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Leith Walk Elementary/Middle Baltimore | 1.3 mi | 2.6 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Villa Cresta Elementary Baltimore | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| City Neighbors Hamilton Baltimore | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| City Neighbors High Baltimore | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CARDINAL SHEHAN SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| CALVERT HALL COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| White Oak School Parkville | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ARTS & IDEAS SUDBURY SCHOOL Baltimore | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Northwood Elementary Baltimore | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,226
Median Home Value
$431,300
Median Rent
$1,789/mo
Population
34,646
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.9
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|---|---|
| FROM THE HEART CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suitland, MD | 7.1 |
| ATHOLTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbia, MD | 7.0 |
| FRIENDS MEETING SCHOOL Ijamsville, MD | 7.2 |
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Landover Hills, MD | 7.3 |
| STEPPING STONES LEARNING ACADEMY Fruitland, MD | 6.7 |
| HARBOUR SCHOOL AT BALTIMORE Owings Mills, MD | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Children's Guild
What grades does The Children's Guild serve?
The Children's Guild serves students in grades 1st through 11th.
How many students attend The Children's Guild?
The Children's Guild has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Children's Guild?
The student-teacher ratio at The Children's Guild is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Children's Guild rank in MD?
The Children's Guild ranks #103 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is The Children's Guild's MySchoolScout rating?
The Children's Guild has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Children's Guild a private school?
Yes, The Children's Guild is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Children's Guild a religious school?
No, The Children's Guild is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 11th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Gender Split
- 86% M / 14% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Baltimore city
- Phone
- (443) 462-7295
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