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#208 of 378 private schools in MD
The Highlands School
School
2409 CRESWELL RD, Bel Air, MD 21015
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#208 of 378
In Bel Air
#2 of 7
public schools
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The Highlands School
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About The Highlands School
The Highlands School is a private school in Bel Air, MD. The Highlands School serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Highlands School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #208 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, The Highlands School 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 3.3:1 students to teachers, The Highlands School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Highlands 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 Highlands School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Bel Air, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Highlands School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Patterson Mill High School | 7.7 |
| Patterson Mill Middle School | 7.0 |
| Fountain Green Elementary | 8.8 |
| Emmorton Elementary | 7.8 |
| Ring Factory Elementary | 8.4 |
| Harford Academy at Campus Hills | 2.8 |
| Prospect Mill Elementary | 8.6 |
| Harford Technical High | 7.7 |
| Homestead/Wakefield Elementary | 8.3 |
| Bel Air Middle | 7.4 |
| Southampton Middle | 7.6 |
| Bel Air High | 7.6 |
| Bel Air Elementary | 9.0 |
| C. Milton Wright High | 7.3 |
| Hickory Elementary | 7.9 |
| Red Pump Elementary School | 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2409 CRESWELL RD, Bel Air, MD 21015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Highlands School may also want to explore other schools in the area. EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 3.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Harford Academy at Campus Hills (rated 2.8/10, 4.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bel Air, see our Bel Air schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRACE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Bel Air | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Church Creek Elementary Belcamp | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| William S. James Elementary Abingdon | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| THE MONARCH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Churchville | 3.8 mi | — |
| Fountain Green Elementary Bel Air | 3.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Old Post Road Elementary Abingdon | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Harford Academy at Campus Hills Bel Air | 4.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Patterson Mill High School Bel Air | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Patterson Mill Middle School Bel Air | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Churchville Elementary Churchville | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Prospect Mill Elementary Bel Air | 4.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Harford Technical High Bel Air | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Abingdon Elementary Abingdon | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Emmorton Elementary Bel Air | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| EMMORTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Bel Air | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Ring Factory Elementary Bel Air | 3.8 mi | 8.4 |
| JOHN CARROLL SCHOOL Bel Air | 4.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Edgewood High Edgewood | 5.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Edgewood Middle Edgewood | 5.5 mi | 5.3 |
| G. Lisby Elementary at Hillsdale Aberdeen | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$137,219
Median Home Value
$418,400
Median Rent
$1,730/mo
Population
30,451
College Educated
52.2%
Homeownership
90.5%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Highlands School
What grades does The Highlands School serve?
The Highlands School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend The Highlands School?
The Highlands School has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Highlands School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Highlands School is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Highlands School rank in MD?
The Highlands School ranks #208 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is The Highlands School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Highlands 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 The Highlands School a private school?
Yes, The Highlands School 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 Highlands School a religious school?
No, The Highlands School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 65
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Harford County
- Phone
- (410) 836-1415
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