Very Good
#49 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 13% of private schools
The Trellis School
School
14550 YORK RD, Sparks, MD 21152
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
TK – 11th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
TK – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#49 of 378
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The Trellis School
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About The Trellis School
The Trellis School is a private school in Sparks, MD. The Trellis School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades TK-11th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Trellis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, The Trellis 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 7:1 students to teachers, The Trellis School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Trellis 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 Trellis School compares to the 1 public school in Sparks, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sparks
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Trellis School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Sparks Elementary | 9.2 |
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
14550 YORK RD, Sparks, MD 21152
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Trellis School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Hunt Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, APPLE TREE CHILDREN'S CENTER (rated 6.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Cockeysville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sparks, see our Sparks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sparks Elementary Sparks | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL Hunt Valley | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| OLDFIELDS SCHOOL Sparks Glencoe | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Hereford Middle Monkton | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Cockeysville Middle Cockeysville | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOSEPH'S SCHOOL Cockeysville | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Warren Elementary Cockeysville | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Padonia International Elementary Cockeysville | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
| APPLE TREE CHILDREN'S CENTER Cockeysville | 4.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Mays Chapel Elementary Timonium | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Dulaney High Timonium | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Pot Spring Elementary Timonium | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Hereford High Parkton | 5.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Pinewood Elementary Timonium | 5.5 mi | 9.3 |
| ST JAMES ACADEMY Monkton | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Jacksonville Elementary Phoenix | 4.6 mi | 9.0 |
| VILLA MARIA SCHOOL Timonium | 5.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Timonium Elementary Timonium | 6.1 mi | 9.4 |
| MONTESSORI MANOR Phoenix | 4.9 mi | — |
| HAVENWOOD CHURCH PRESCHOOL CENTER Lutherville | 6.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,833
Median Home Value
$529,200
Median Rent
$1,639/mo
Population
6,402
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Median Age
44.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SHEPPARD PRATT SCHOOL Hunt Valley, MD | 7.7 |
| CHIMES SCHOOL THE Baltimore, MD | 7.6 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF MARYLAND Brookeville, MD | 7.9 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY Millersville, MD | 7.5 |
| THE BENEDICTINE SCHOOL Ridgely, MD | 7.5 |
| LAUREL HALL SCHOOL - FREDERICK Frederick, MD | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Trellis School
What grades does The Trellis School serve?
The Trellis School serves students in grades TK through 11th.
How many students attend The Trellis School?
The Trellis School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Trellis School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Trellis School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Trellis School rank in MD?
The Trellis School ranks #49 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is The Trellis School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Trellis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Trellis School a private school?
Yes, The Trellis 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 Trellis School a religious school?
No, The Trellis School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- TK – 11th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 227 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Baltimore County
- Phone
- (443) 330-7900
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