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#271 of 378 private schools in MD
The Heights School
School
10400 SEVEN LOCKS RD, Potomac, MD 20854
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#271 of 378
In Potomac
#9 of 9
public schools
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The Heights School
School in Potomac · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Heights School
The Heights School is a private school in Potomac, MD. The Heights School serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #271 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, The Heights School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Heights 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 The Heights School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Potomac, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Heights School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Bells Mill Elementary | 9.3 |
| Cabin John Middle | 9.0 |
| Winston Churchill High | 8.0 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle | 9.1 |
| Beverly Farms Elementary | 9.1 |
| Cold Spring Elementary | 9.7 |
| Wayside Elementary | 9.8 |
| Potomac Elementary | 8.9 |
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
10400 SEVEN LOCKS RD, Potomac, MD 20854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Heights School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MC LEAN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IVYMOUNT SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Rockville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Potomac, see our Potomac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bells Mill Elementary Potomac | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Cabin John Middle Potomac | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| MC LEAN SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Potomac | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MATER DEI SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Seven Locks Elementary Bethesda | 1.1 mi | 9.7 |
| Winston Churchill High Potomac | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| IVYMOUNT SCHOOL Rockville | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| THE MADDUX SCHOOL Rockville | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY SCHOOL Potomac | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Potomac | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL WASHINGTON DC Potomac | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle Potomac | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| GENEVA DAY SCHOOL Potomac | 1.8 mi | — |
| Beverly Farms Elementary Potomac | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Farmland Elementary Rockville | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| NORWOOD SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| MUSLIM COMMUNITY SCHOOL/ALIM ACADEMY Potomac | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| THE WOODS ACADEMY Bethesda | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| NO CHANGE! Potomac | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Walter Johnson High Bethesda | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,105,300
Median Rent
$3,180/mo
Population
49,694
College Educated
85.7%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
47.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNAPOLIS AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Severn, MD | 5.7 |
| GRACE BRETHREN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton, MD | 5.7 |
| AACPS Virtual Academy Arnold, MD | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Essex, MD | 6.3 |
| HARFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Darlington, MD | 4.8 |
| BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Heights School
What grades does The Heights School serve?
The Heights School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend The Heights School?
The Heights School has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Heights School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Heights School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Heights School rank in MD?
The Heights School ranks #271 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is The Heights School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Heights School a private school?
Yes, The Heights School is a private all-boys 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 The Heights School a religious school?
The Heights School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 602
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 365-4300
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