Excellent
#1 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 1% of private schools
West Nottingham Academy
High School
1079 FIRETOWER RD, Colora, MD 21917
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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West Nottingham Academy
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About West Nottingham Academy
West Nottingham Academy is a private high school in Colora, MD. West Nottingham Academy serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Nottingham Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 378 private schools in MD.
What's said publicly about West Nottingham Academy
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- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 105 students, West Nottingham Academy 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, West Nottingham Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
West Nottingham Academy 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.
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
1079 FIRETOWER RD, Colora, MD 21917
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Nottingham Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Havre de Grace High (rated 6.6/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Havre De Grace), a more accessible option. Another option is Perryville High (rated 6.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Perryville), a more accessible option. Additionally, Rising Sun High (rated 6.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby North East), a more accessible option. For more schools in Colora, see our Colora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun Elementary Rising Sun | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Rising Sun Middle School Rising Sun | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Bainbridge Elementary Port Deposit | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Conowingo Elementary Conowingo | 4.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Perryville High Perryville | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Calvert Elementary Rising Sun | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Perryville Middle Perryville | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perryville | 7.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Perryville Elementary Perryville | 7.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Rising Sun High North East | 5.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Meadowvale Elementary Havre De Grace | 7.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace | 7.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GREAT COMMISSION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Havre De Grace | 7.5 mi | — |
| Bay View Elementary North East | 6.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Havre de Grace Middle Havre De Grace | 8.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Havre de Grace High Havre De Grace | 8.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Darlington Elementary Darlington | 7.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Havre de Grace Elementary Havre De Grace | 8.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MEDIA AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL C/O ANDY KING Oxford | 7.8 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21917 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,583
Median Home Value
$362,200
Population
1,786
College Educated
13.6%
Homeownership
98.7%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
52.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SPRINGDALE PREPARATORY SCHOOL New Windsor, MD | 8.4 |
| Gateway School Westminster, MD | 8.1 |
| OLDFIELDS SCHOOL Sparks Glencoe, MD | 8.0 |
| CHELSEA SCHOOL Hyattsville, MD | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Nottingham Academy
What grades does West Nottingham Academy serve?
West Nottingham Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West Nottingham Academy?
West Nottingham Academy has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Nottingham Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at West Nottingham Academy is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does West Nottingham Academy rank in MD?
West Nottingham Academy ranks #1 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is West Nottingham Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
West Nottingham Academy 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 West Nottingham Academy a private school?
Yes, West Nottingham Academy 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 West Nottingham Academy a religious school?
No, West Nottingham Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 105
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cecil County
- Phone
- (410) 658-9260
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