The Nora School

The Nora School

Private High School | Grade 9-12

955 Sligo Ave, Silver Spring, MD

Downtown Silver Spring Neighborhood

4.4

4.0

65 Students

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School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
5:1

Average SAT Score
1320

Average ACT Score
28

Average GPA
3.43

Graduation Rate
100%

Annual Tuition
$38,900

Academics

Teachers

A-

College Prep

A-

Resources/Facilities

Clubs and Activities

Sports

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Niche Grade Details

Academics

Average GPA

3.43

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 5:1 Teachers 14	Full Time Teachers 12
Part Time Teachers 2	Teachers in First or Second Year 0%

College Prep

Average SAT 1320 Math 620 Verbal 700	Average ACT 28 Math 25 English 29 Reading 32 Science 27
Four-Year Matriculation Rate 90%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male 53.8%	Female 46.2%
White 73.8%	Black 18.5%
Hispanic 4.6%	Asian 3.1%

School Rankings

#6 Best HS for the Arts in Maryland

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.

Towson University 13 Students

American University 10 Students

University of Maryland - College Park 9 Students

New York University 8 Students

University of Vermont 8 Students

Loyola University Maryland 8 Students

Salisbury University 7 Students

McDaniel College 7 Students

St. Mary's College of Maryland 7 Students

Dickinson College 6 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.

Psychology 10 Students

Political Science and Government 5 Students

Anthropology 5 Students

Computer Science 4 Students

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 4 Students

Environmental Science 4 Students

Social Work and Youth Services 4 Students

Education 3 Students

Communications 3 Students

Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

4.0 Freshman

5/17/2021

overall a great school but there are a few flaws that are yet to even be touched, with it being such a small school.

5.0 Junior

12/11/2020

As a student (junior), I believe the Nora School is one of the best schools in Maryland that can provide a different way of thinking. The classes are small in size, yet learning is hands-on. The teachers at Nora truly believe in the art of teaching and are willing to bend over backward to help their students.

5.0 Senior

8/12/2017

Due to its small size, The Nora School provides a different level of intimacy with one's teachers. This has really helped me, as there is more time for everyone to be able to understand the lesson with discussions and explanations.

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5.0 parent

10/8/2025

The Nora School represents progressive education at its finest and was transformative for my child, providing her with a supportive and engaging environment in which she thrived both academically and socially. The teachers and staff genuinely care about every student and work tirelessly to support i...

3.0 student

5/19/2023

The administrators speak to you condescendingly, and the classes have no structure, which causes stress for many students. It is said to be a "no bullying zone" yet the school is filled with drama and rumors. The work is too easy and doesn't prepare kids for college socially or academically. Many of...

5.0 parent

10/27/2018

My son came to Nora after attending a large middle school. While it took a little time for him to adjust-we found the school caring, supportive as well as a challenging learning enviroment. The classes are small- so very teacher knows each student well, and are open to supporting the student when he...

1.0 student

1/20/2017

A student-1.Treat u like a baby2. Supposed to be a bully free place there is still bullying3. Head of school makes everyone in the school every morning sit in the hallway for 8 min doing mindfulness and being dead silent. What the school doesn't understand is that this causes stress for kids with ad...

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List Price Range

$235K - $865K

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Average Home Value

$390,935

Median Lot Size

5,662 Sq Ft

% Renters

92%

Average Household Income

$103,619

% of College Grads

76.5%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,005 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

95.2%

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The Nora School is a private school for students in grades 9-12 located at 955 Sligo Ave in Silver Spring, MD. Annual tuition is $38,900. The school has a total enrollment of 65 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. The Nora School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.43, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1320 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $390,935. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ashreinu School For Girls, Takoma Academy, Yeshiva of Greater Washington Girls Division, and more. Learn more about what Silver Spring has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Nora School.

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