Jemicy School

11 Celadon Road, Owings Mills, MD, 21117-0212 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Jemicy School educates bright students struggling with dyslexia or other language-based learning differences by addressing both their intellectual strengths and their learning needs. The School utilizes creative, multisensory, and research-based programs and techniques to develop reading, writing, spelling, and organization skills; promote a love of learning; and prepare students for the intellectual and social rigors of college and life. Our faculty is trained in teaching methods certified by the International Dyslexia Association. Through the use and integration of these teaching techniques, Jemicy teachers are able to tailor instruction to the learning needs of each student. In addition, technology enhances each student's native problem-solving capability. Jemicy students learn to understand and appreciate their unique learning style and become effective self-advocates. Jemicy School is committed to fostering mutual respect among students, parents, faculty and staff. We expect all to be partners in establishing and maintaining an atmosphere in which every individual is valued and respected....

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School Overview:

 
Jemicy School
School Type Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools
Other school association(s)
Other special emphasis association(s)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 1 - 12
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Learning Differences Supported Dyslexia or other language-based learning differences
Year Founded 1973
County Baltimore County, MD
Student Body
Total Students 273 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(MD) School Avg.
% Students of Color 11% 31%
Students by Grade
Grade 1 - 8 students
Grade 2 - 10 students
Grade 3 - 10 students
Grade 4 - 27 students
Grade 5 - 24 students
Grade 6 - 33 students
Grade 7 - 31 students
Grade 8 - 50 students
Grade 9 - 20 students
Grade 10 - 20 students
Grade 11 - 20 students
Grade 12 - 20 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 73 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 48%
Average Class Size 6
Classroom dress code Casual
(no dress code in lower school; uniform polo shirt and khakis in middle and upper school)
This School
(MD) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:3 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 174 days 177 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $28,600
% on Financial Aid 17%
Average Financial Aid Grant $11,500
Acceptance Rate 40%
Head of School Ben Shifrin
Admissions Director Sarah Morse, Lower and Middle School Campus; Patricia Utz, Upper School Campus
Admissions Associate Carey Mitchell

School Notes:

  • Jemicy has two campuses. both in Owings Mills, located less than 4 miles apart: Lower and Middle School Campus, on 22 acres in Greenspring Valley Upper School Campus, on 57 acres in Caves Valley region of Baltimore County Classes range from 2 to 12 students on the Lower and Middle School Campus, and from 4 to 10 students on the Upper School Campus. Jemicy offers a unique Upper School Prep program, to qualifying students who need intensive remediation in study skills and organization prior to entering high school. This year-long program is offered on the Upper School Campus.
  • Profile last updated: 10/28/2009

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About This Zipcode (21117)
School Zip (21117)
(MD) State Average
Population (Approximate) 41,411 people 5,296,486 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 57% 32%
Population Average Age 33 years old 36 years old
Average Household size 2.4 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $60,005 $56,460
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.8 rooms 6.1 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 21 years old 40 years old
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Zipcode (21117)


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