The mission of Mount Aviat Academy is to to provide instruction in the message of Christ, according to the teachings of the Catholic Church, within the context of the gentle and caring spirit of St.
Francis de Sales; to offer an innovative educational environment that promotes high academic standards; and to instill the principles of scholarship, citizenship and service in the minds and hearts of the students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,900
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mount Aviat Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1960
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2014
Campus Size
25 acres
Student Body
Total Students
250 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,000
Admissions Director
Charlene Nichols
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: No more, no less than your best
- School Mascot: Knight
- The mission of Mount Aviat Academy is to to provide instruction in the message of Christ, according to the teachings of the Catholic Church, within the context of the gentle and caring spirit of St. Francis de Sales; to offer an educational environment that promotes high academic standards; and to instill the principles of scholarship, citizenship and service in the minds and hearts of the students.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mount Aviat Academy cost?
Mount Aviat Academy's tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students.
What schools are Mount Aviat Academy often compared to?
Mount Aviat Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Tri-state Christian Academy, The Tome School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Mount Aviat Academy offer?
Mount Aviat Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Mount Aviat Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Aviat Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Mount Aviat Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
12 Dismissal; Last Day of School; No Aftercare
June 09, 2026 (Tuesday)
PreK & KG first day (A-L); 11:45 Dismissal
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
PreK & KG first day (M-Z); 11:45 Dismissal
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Mount Aviat Academy is Holiness Christian Academy (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Tri-state Christian Academy (2.3 miles away)
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146 Appleton Road
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 398-6444
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 398-6444
2.3 miles
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North East, MD 21901
(410) 287-2050
North East, MD 21901
(410) 287-2050
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2801 Del Laws Rd
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 834-8938
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 834-8938
8.2 miles
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1390 Red Lion Road
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 834-2526
Bear, DE 19701
(302) 834-2526
10.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,002 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
800 Aiken Ave
Perryville, MD 21903
(410) 642-6465
Perryville, MD 21903
(410) 642-6465
12.2 miles
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