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#174 Best Public Elementary Schools in Maryland.
Carroll County Public Schools, MD,
PK, K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Students: 612,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
Middle School Student: I am an 8th grader that goes to this school, and it isn’t the worst school if I’m being honest. There are many students that are sent to Gateway (the nearby school for juviniles) because of drugs, fighting, or threats, but the teachers are very good at handling it. There aren’t *many* clubs, but there’s enough so that you feel like the school cares at least a little bit about extracurriculars. We aren’t given as many opportunities as the more heavily-funded schools like Oklahoma Road, but we make do with what we have. It is very frustrating that we don’t have any school sports (because Carroll county is cheap) but the school musicals are very well done and very professional. There is a small LGBTQ+ community and many of them are open about their sexualities. Camouflage is a common sight and the Confederate Flag & Swastika were just banned from clothing and accessories. That is a huge plus...Read 9 Reviews
#62 Best Public Middle Schools in Maryland.
6-8,
9 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says I am an 8th grader that goes to this school, and it isn’t the worst school if I’m being honest. There are many students that are sent to Gateway (the nearby school for juviniles) because of drugs,....
I am an 8th grader that goes to this school, and it isn’t the worst school if I’m being honest. There are many students that are sent to Gateway (the nearby school for juviniles) because of drugs,....
Read 9 reviews.
Students: 682,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
#228 Best Public Elementary Schools in Maryland.
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Students: 401,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
Parent: The curriculum is thoughtful, encourages critical thinking and think outside the box. While the school has a strong focus in math and science, my child is getting a well rounded education with classes in Language Arts, History, Community, etc., electives in art, foreign languages and history of food as well as after school fun like drama, sports and animal lovers clubs! ...The daily updates are informative detailing by class what my child did that day and I like the sneak peak on what the higher grade levels are learning/reading/doing.The teachers encourage the students to advocate for themselves but they are always on hand to help!My child has developed strong friendships with kids at various grade levels which shows that there is a common comradery and closeness in this community.The best review I can give comes from my child who says that Ideaventions Academy "is the best school ever!" and we wholeheartedly agree.Read 7 Reviews
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
RESTON, VA,
1-12,
7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says The curriculum is thoughtful, encourages critical thinking and think outside the box. While the school has a strong focus in math and science, my child is getting a well rounded education with...The daily updates are informative detailing by class what my child did that day and I like the sneak peak on what the higher grade levels are learning/reading/doing.The teachers encourage the students to advocate for themselves but they are always on hand to help!My child has developed strong friendships with kids at various grade levels which shows that there is a common comradery and closeness in this community.The best review I can give comes from my child who says that Ideaventions Academy "is the best school ever!" and we wholeheartedly agree..
The curriculum is thoughtful, encourages critical thinking and think outside the box. While the school has a strong focus in math and science, my child is getting a well rounded education with...The daily updates are informative detailing by class what my child did that day and I like the sneak peak on what the higher grade levels are learning/reading/doing.The teachers encourage the students to advocate for themselves but they are always on hand to help!My child has developed strong friendships with kids at various grade levels which shows that there is a common comradery and closeness in this community.The best review I can give comes from my child who says that Ideaventions Academy "is the best school ever!" and we wholeheartedly agree..
Read 7 reviews.
Students: 63,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,
Alum: I attended Carroll Christian Schools from the 8th grade through graduation. In my time there I was able to be part of a tight knit and loving community of people. The education I received was on the same level if not higher than the schools around the area. We were encouraged to use technology to aid us in our studies and projects and we also received Apple iPads as upper class students which was included in the cost of tuition. This school was ultimately the best choice for me, but for others it might not be. Carroll Christian is a private Christian school and and enrolled student will be put into bible classes and will be required to sit through a weekly chapel service. The teachers are caring of the students but will discipline them according to their behavior. Overall this school has left a positive impact on my life and I would recommend you send your children here to receive a good education in a good and safe environment...Read 24 Reviews
#106 Best Private High Schools in Maryland.
WESTMINSTER, MD,
PK, K-12,
24 Niche users give it an average review of 2.8 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says I attended Carroll Christian Schools from the 8th grade through graduation. In my time there I was able to be part of a tight knit and loving community of people. The education I received was on the....
I attended Carroll Christian Schools from the 8th grade through graduation. In my time there I was able to be part of a tight knit and loving community of people. The education I received was on the....
Read 24 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Students: 262,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,
Parent: The teachers, and staff are amazing! The communication is outstanding including daily emails with updates and other important information and events. The school spirit is beyond anything I have ever seen elsewhere! Great community involvement!...Read 185 Reviews
#107 Best Public High Schools in Maryland.
9-12,
185 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says The teachers, and staff are amazing! The communication is outstanding including daily emails with updates and other important information and events. The school spirit is beyond anything I have ever....
The teachers, and staff are amazing! The communication is outstanding including daily emails with updates and other important information and events. The school spirit is beyond anything I have ever....
Read 185 reviews.
Students: 922,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Students: 66,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,
Senior: My experience at Springdale Prep was amazing. All the teachers there are really helpful and care about you and your academics. Springdale has top notch teachers with very good educational backgrounds including many with Doctorate Degrees. Springdale is a small school meaning children will be able to get one on one interaction and help from teachers whenever they need it. Springdale also has a very great basketball program which I was apart of and they are continuing to expand their sport programs even more. They have recently added a Esports team and a tennis program. At Springdale they have a very good diversity of students including Black, White, Asian, etc. All these students are very friendly as well so you will have no problems meeting and making new friends there. One thing I hope that Springdale will add in the future is Honor Societies. I believe this would be a great opportunity for students to participate in and would look great for colleges...Read 2 Reviews
NEW WINDSOR, MD,
6-12,
Featured Review: Senior says My experience at Springdale Prep was amazing. All the teachers there are really helpful and care about you and your academics. Springdale has top notch teachers with very good educational backgrounds....
My experience at Springdale Prep was amazing. All the teachers there are really helpful and care about you and your academics. Springdale has top notch teachers with very good educational backgrounds....
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 58,
Students: 22,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 1 to 1,
KEYMAR, MD,
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
PK, K-8,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Students: 351,
Parent: Welcoming, safe, inclusive. Academics are challenging. No "teaching to the tesr". Love that they uphold our family values and encourage a broader world view. Children who've graduated moved on to be ahead of their peers at high school. Do wish for more field trips...located in such a culturally rich, historic location...Read 8 Reviews
EMMITSBURG, MD,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Welcoming, safe, inclusive. Academics are challenging. No "teaching to the tesr". Love that they uphold our family values and encourage a broader world view. Children who've graduated moved on to be....
Welcoming, safe, inclusive. Academics are challenging. No "teaching to the tesr". Love that they uphold our family values and encourage a broader world view. Children who've graduated moved on to be....
Read 8 reviews.
Students: 227,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
Parent: This school has been a game-changer for my children. My oldest was floundering in public school when we made the move and is now thriving. My other children have had the educational experience I wish I could have had growing up...Read 1 Review
K-8,
Featured Review: Parent says This school has been a game-changer for my children. My oldest was floundering in public school when we made the move and is now thriving. My other children have had the educational experience I....
This school has been a game-changer for my children. My oldest was floundering in public school when we made the move and is now thriving. My other children have had the educational experience I....
Students: 146,
Students: 142,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
PK, K,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 1 stars.
Students: 121,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 135 to 1,
Alum: I went to Elementary and Middle school at CLS. There was always a positive environment where the teachers went out of their way to help students by providing individualized education and assistance to every student. It is a true family at CLS and I still enjoy seeing former teachers and fellow classmates and catching up with them...Read 1 Review
Featured Review: Alum says I went to Elementary and Middle school at CLS. There was always a positive environment where the teachers went out of their way to help students by providing individualized education and assistance....
I went to Elementary and Middle school at CLS. There was always a positive environment where the teachers went out of their way to help students by providing individualized education and assistance....
Students: 93,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
Students: 33,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 3 to 1,
Preschool,
Students: 11,
Parent: Amazing school in every way! My elementary school daughter could not be happier and is learning so much both academically and socially. Wonderful, welcoming community and amazing staff. Best decision we have ever made!...Read 123 Reviews
BETHESDA, MD,
123 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Amazing school in every way! My elementary school daughter could not be happier and is learning so much both academically and socially. Wonderful, welcoming community and amazing staff. Best decision....
Amazing school in every way! My elementary school daughter could not be happier and is learning so much both academically and socially. Wonderful, welcoming community and amazing staff. Best decision....
Read 123 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 718,
Senior: Elizabeth Seton is a very sisterhood-based community. This community makes sure each student is supported and achieves academic success. Elizabeth Seton allows its students many opportunities and pre-career programs so that they can focus on what they want to study in college early. Programs such as these allow students to figure out what their passions include and if they are interested in making a career out of it. Elizabeth Seton allows students to meet and connect with new people by bringing alumni and guest speakers to talk to current students about challenging times they will face in life and ways to avoid them. Also, Elizabeth Seton ensures that everyone in the community feels safe, loved, and understood no matter what religion, background, or ethnicity they come from. Academics are very important at Elizabeth Seton but also creating a sistership between students that will last beyond a student's graduation is an important goal too...Read 311 Reviews
BLADENSBURG, MD,
311 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says Elizabeth Seton is a very sisterhood-based community. This community makes sure each student is supported and achieves academic success. Elizabeth Seton allows its students many opportunities and....
Elizabeth Seton is a very sisterhood-based community. This community makes sure each student is supported and achieves academic success. Elizabeth Seton allows its students many opportunities and....
Read 311 reviews.
Students: 564,