Excellent
#17 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 4% of private schools
The Siena School
School
1300 FOREST GLEN RD, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
149
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#17 of 378
In Silver Spring
#2 of 16
public schools
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The Siena School
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About The Siena School
The Siena School is a private school in Silver Spring, MD. The Siena School serves approximately 149 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Siena School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 149 students, The Siena 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 4.5:1 students to teachers, The Siena School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Siena 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 Siena School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Silver Spring, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Siena School (this school) | 8.4 |
| Sligo Middle | 7.4 |
| Montgomery Blair High | 6.8 |
| Glen Haven Elementary | 6.3 |
| Flora M. Singer Elementary | 8.6 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary | 8.7 |
| Northwood High | 6.7 |
| Sligo Creek Elementary | 8.3 |
| Highland View Elementary | 8.3 |
| Silver Spring International Middle | 6.4 |
| Pine Crest Elementary | 8.3 |
| Eastern Middle | 8.5 |
| Oakland Terrace Elementary | 8.4 |
| Oak View Elementary | 7.7 |
| East Silver Spring Elementary | 8.2 |
| Kemp Mill Elementary | 5.4 |
| Arcola Elementary | 4.8 |
| Francis Scott Key Middle | 5.5 |
| Burnt Mills Elementary | 6.4 |
| Odessa Shannon Middle | 5.3 |
| Takoma Park Middle | 8.8 |
Showing 20 of 48 schools. View all schools in Silver Spring
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
1300 FOREST GLEN RD, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Siena School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Forest Knolls Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Flora M. Singer Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sligo Creek Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Silver Spring, see our Silver Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACORN HILL WALDORF KINDERGARTEN & NURSERY Silver Spring | 0.6 mi | — |
| Sligo Middle Silver Spring | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| THE AUBURN SCHOOL SILVER SPRING CAMPUS Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| THE SPRINGWELL SCHOOL Silver Spring | 0.8 mi | — |
| YESHIVA OF GREATER WASHINGTON GIRLS DIVISION Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| TORAH SCHOOL OF GREATER WASHINGTON Silver Spring | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| PATHWAYS SCHOOL--EDGEWOOD Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | — |
| Glen Haven Elementary Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL IN SILVER SPRING THE Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | — |
| PATHWAYS HORIZONS Silverspring | 1.3 mi | — |
| Montgomery Blair High Silver Spring | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Northwood High Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Forest Knolls Elementary Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Rosemary Hills Elementary Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Sligo Creek Elementary Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| EVERGREEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Silver Spring International Middle Silver Spring | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Silver Spring | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Flora M. Singer Elementary Silver Spring | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,133
Median Home Value
$571,300
Median Rent
$1,785/mo
Population
37,338
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 8.6 |
| THE HARBOUR SCHOOL AT ANNAPOLIS Annapolis, MD | 8.6 |
| FRIENDS MEETING SCHOOL Mount Airy, MD | 8.1 |
| MARYLAND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Elkridge, MD | 8.1 |
| BALTIMORE LAB SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 8.8 |
| FREDERICK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Frederick, MD | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Siena School
What grades does The Siena School serve?
The Siena School serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend The Siena School?
The Siena School has an enrollment of approximately 149 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Siena School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Siena School is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Siena School rank in MD?
The Siena School ranks #17 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is The Siena School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Siena School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Siena School a private school?
Yes, The Siena 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 Siena School a religious school?
No, The Siena School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 149
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 244-3602
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