Very Good
#114 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 30% of private schools
Wye River Upper School
High School
316 S COMMERCE ST, Centreville, MD 21617
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#114 of 378
In Centreville
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Wye River Upper School
Wye River Upper School is a private high school in Centreville, MD. Wye River Upper School serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wye River Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MD avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Wye River Upper 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Wye River Upper School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wye River Upper 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 Wye River Upper School compares to the 4 public schools in Centreville, MD
Student Demographics
All Schools in Centreville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wye River Upper School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Kennard Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Centreville Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Queen Anne's County High School | 6.7 |
| Centreville Middle School | 7.3 |
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
316 S COMMERCE ST, Centreville, MD 21617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wye River Upper School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Kent County High (rated 7.5/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Worton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE GUNSTON SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Queen Anne's County High School (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Centreville, see our Centreville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kennard Elementary School Centreville | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Centreville Elementary School Centreville | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Queen Anne's County High School Centreville | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Centreville Middle School Centreville | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| THE GUNSTON SCHOOL Centreville | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| KENT SCHOOL Chestertown | 8.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Church Hill Elementary School Church Hill | 8.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Grasonville Elementary School Grasonville | 8.5 mi | 7.1 |
| H. H. Garnett Elementary Chestertown | 11.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Kent County Middle School Chestertown | 12.2 mi | 6.4 |
| RADCLIFFE CREEK SCHOOL Chestertown | 12.5 mi | 6.8 |
| CHESTERTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chestertown | 12.6 mi | 5.7 |
| THE BENEDICTINE SCHOOL Ridgely | 10.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Chapel District Elementary Cordova | 12.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Rock Hall Elementary Rock Hall | 11.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Ridgely Elementary School Ridgely | 11.6 mi | 5.6 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sudlersville | 13.9 mi | 5.6 |
| FRIENDSHIP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Worton | 16.3 mi | — |
| Kent County High Worton | 16.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Bayside Elementary School Stevensville | 13.5 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 21617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,668
Median Home Value
$460,900
Median Rent
$1,327/mo
Population
10,614
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
40.9
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| Post Secondary Program Westminster, MD | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wye River Upper School
What grades does Wye River Upper School serve?
Wye River Upper School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wye River Upper School?
Wye River Upper School has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wye River Upper School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wye River Upper School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wye River Upper School rank in MD?
Wye River Upper School ranks #114 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Wye River Upper School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wye River Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wye River Upper School a private school?
Yes, Wye River Upper 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 Wye River Upper School a religious school?
No, Wye River Upper School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Queen Anne's County
- Phone
- (410) 758-2922
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