Bishop Walsh School
School Notes Overview:
At Bishop Walsh School we endeavor to foster the total development of the child in an environment rooted in Christian values and principles. We are responsible for creating a warm, supportive atmosphere where children are respected and encouraged to develop to their full potential. We strive to nourish self-discipline within each child, and the ability to work and learn cooperatively with others. Recognizing that each child is a unique creation of God, we continually aim to identify each student’s talents and abilities, as well as nurture a sense of individuality and positive self-image....
School Overview:
Bishop Walsh School |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| County | Allegany County, MD | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 529 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MD) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 6% | 31% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 14 students | ||
| Kind - 30 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 33 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 38 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 32 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 38 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 61 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 55 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 40 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 48 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 56 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 45 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 39 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 56 teachers | |
This School |
(MD) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:10 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 177 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- At Bishop Walsh School we endeavor to foster the total development of the child in an environment rooted in Christian values and principles. We are responsible for creating a warm, supportive atmosphere where children are respected and encouraged to develop to their full potential. We strive to nourish self-discipline within each child, and the ability to work and learn cooperatively with others. Recognizing that each child is a unique creation of God, we continually aim to identify each student’s talents and abilities, as well as nurture a sense of individuality and positive self-image.
- Profile last updated: 01/18/2007
In the News:
- Race for Education raising awareness (Cumberland Times-News)
posted on October 22, 2009 at 12:09:22 pm
Kylie Burkett didn’t just run laps in Wednesday’s Race for Education, an annual fundraiser for Bishop Walsh School.She made a friend. - Turano’s goals beat BW, 4-2 (Cumberland Times-News)
posted on October 22, 2009 at 03:41:45 am
Jeff Zilinski scored two unassisted goals and Vince Turano scored two in the second half that broke a 2-2 en route to St. Maria Goretti defeating second-ranked Bishop Walsh 4-2 Wednesday afternoon at Brother Stephen F. Paul Stadium at Bishop Walsh School. - Pomona Catholic High School welcomes new principal (Inland Valley Daily Bulletin)
posted on October 8, 2009 at 04:35:09 pm
POMONA - Samuel Torres is the first male principal at the all-girl Pomona Catholic High School, but his gender is not what makes him stand out to students or parents. - Two unbeatens play today (Cumberland Times-News)
posted on October 3, 2009 at 04:37:48 am
Undefeated and fifth-ranked Bishop Walsh takes on winless Northern this afternoon at Brother Stephen F. Paul Spartan Stadium in a game that provides a great deal of motivation for both teams. - Parent fighting germs at BW with ‘flu goo’ (Cumberland Times-News)
posted on September 30, 2009 at 12:15:19 pm
It’s not hard to find hand sanitizer at Bishop Walsh School.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (21502) | School Zip (21502) |
(MD) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 44,053 people | 5,296,486 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 22% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 40 years old | 36 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.3 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $30,970 | $56,460 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.7 rooms | 6.1 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 61 years old | 40 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (21502) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 69% / 31% | 65% / 35% |
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Nearby Schools:
- The Jefferson School At Finian Center - 34 students - 2.0 mi. away - view location
- Calvary Christian Academy - 287 students - 2.5 mi. away - view location
- Salem School - 28 students - 7.5 mi. away - view location
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