Excellent
#2 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 1% of private schools
The Katherine Thomas School
School
9975 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Rockville, MD 20850
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#2 of 378
In Rockville
#1 of 14
public schools
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The Katherine Thomas School
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About The Katherine Thomas School
The Katherine Thomas School is a private school in Rockville, MD. The Katherine Thomas School serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Katherine Thomas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, The Katherine Thomas 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, The Katherine Thomas School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Katherine Thomas 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 Katherine Thomas School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Rockville, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Katherine Thomas School (this school) | 9.1 |
| John L Gildner Regional Inst for Children & Adol | 5.8 |
| Lakewood Elementary | 9.3 |
| Robert Frost Middle School | 8.9 |
| Thomas S. Wootton High | 7.7 |
| Fallsmead Elementary | 9.2 |
| College Gardens Elementary | 8.1 |
| Beall Elementary | 8.8 |
| PEP - Itinerant | — |
| Julius West Middle | 8.2 |
| Ritchie Park Elementary | 9.1 |
| Richard Montgomery High | 7.1 |
| Carl Sandburg Center | 2.2 |
| Maryvale Elementary | 8.8 |
| Candlewood Elementary | 8.5 |
| Bayard Rustin Elementary | 9.1 |
| Mill Creek Towne Elementary | 8.8 |
| Rockville High | 8.2 |
| Farmland Elementary | 8.4 |
| Redland Middle | 6.9 |
| Meadow Hall Elementary | 6.5 |
Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Rockville
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
9975 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Rockville, MD 20850
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Katherine Thomas School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Stone Mill Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby North Potomac), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lakewood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fallsmead Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rockville, see our Rockville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,691
Median Home Value
$687,200
Median Rent
$2,277/mo
Population
50,365
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALTIMORE LAB SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 8.8 |
| ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 8.6 |
| THE HARBOUR SCHOOL AT ANNAPOLIS Annapolis, MD | 8.6 |
| THE SIENA SCHOOL Silver Spring, MD | 8.4 |
| THE MARYLAND SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Baltimore, MD | 8.2 |
| FRIENDS MEETING SCHOOL Mount Airy, MD | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Katherine Thomas School
What grades does The Katherine Thomas School serve?
The Katherine Thomas School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend The Katherine Thomas School?
The Katherine Thomas School has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Katherine Thomas School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Katherine Thomas School is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Katherine Thomas School rank in MD?
The Katherine Thomas School ranks #2 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is The Katherine Thomas School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Katherine Thomas School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Katherine Thomas School a private school?
Yes, The Katherine Thomas 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 Katherine Thomas School a religious school?
No, The Katherine Thomas School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 187 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 424-5200
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