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The Mandala School Inc
Elementary School
6315 HILLSIDE CT STE D, Columbia, MD 21046
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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The Mandala School Inc
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About The Mandala School Inc
The Mandala School Inc is a private elementary school in Columbia, MD. The Mandala School Inc serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 23 students, The Mandala School Inc 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 4.3:1 students to teachers, The Mandala School Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Mandala School Inc 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 Mandala School Inc compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Mandala School Inc (this school) | — |
| Lake Elkhorn Middle | 7.4 |
| Cradlerock Elementary | 5.8 |
| Atholton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Stevens Forest Elementary | 7.8 |
| Clemens Crossing Elementary | 8.1 |
| Oakland Mills Middle | 7.3 |
| Talbott Springs Elementary | 7.3 |
| Jeffers Hill Elementary | 7.0 |
| Wilde Lake Middle | 7.8 |
| Bryant Woods Elementary | 6.7 |
| Guilford Elementary | 5.9 |
| Running Brook Elementary | 5.5 |
| Swansfield Elementary | 7.4 |
| Thunder Hill Elementary | 6.6 |
| Longfellow Elementary | 6.2 |
| Phelps Luck Elementary | 7.6 |
| Harpers Choice Middle | 6.3 |
| Waterloo Elementary | 9.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Private · Other Religious
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Address
- 6315 HILLSIDE CT STE D, Columbia, MD 21046
- Phone
- (443) 546-3551
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MD aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
6315 HILLSIDE CT STE D, Columbia, MD 21046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Mandala School Inc may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atholton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away). Another option is Clemens Crossing Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Stevens Forest Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away). For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JULIA BROWN SCHOOL Columbia | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lake Elkhorn Middle Columbia | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Atholton Elementary Columbia | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Cradlerock Elementary Columbia | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Stevens Forest Elementary Columbia | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ATHOLTON ADVENTIST ACADEMY Columbia | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Oakland Mills Middle Columbia | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| NURTURING NEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 1.1 mi | — |
| Clemens Crossing Elementary Columbia | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Oakland Mills High Columbia | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Talbott Springs Elementary Columbia | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| FUSION COLUMBIA Columbia | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| MOUNTHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 1.5 mi | — |
| Atholton High Columbia | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Hammond High Columbia | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Wilde Lake High Columbia | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Bryant Woods Elementary Columbia | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| BRYANT WOODS MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Columbia | 2.0 mi | — |
| Jeffers Hill Elementary Columbia | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,549
Median Home Value
$469,000
Median Rent
$2,099/mo
Population
15,433
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Mandala School Inc
What grades does The Mandala School Inc serve?
The Mandala School Inc serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend The Mandala School Inc?
The Mandala School Inc has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Mandala School Inc?
The student-teacher ratio at The Mandala School Inc is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Mandala School Inc a private school?
Yes, The Mandala School Inc is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious 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 Mandala School Inc a religious school?
The Mandala School Inc has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Howard County
- Phone
- (443) 546-3551
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