The Heights School

10400 Seven Locks Rd, Potomac, MD, 20854-0208
Tel: (301)365-4300
Grades: 3 - 12 | 459 students
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The Heights School is a private, independent, preparatory school for boys, grades three to twelve. The school assists parents in the intellectual, moral, physical, and spiritual education of their sons. Dedicated teachers impart rigorous academic training in all the major areas of the liberal arts. Formation in virtue fosters respect for every person, a desire to serve God and others, and an optimistic attitude towards life's challenges. The school's Christian orientation and spiritual formation are entrusted to Opus Dei, a Personal Prelature of the Catholic Church.

School Overview:
The Heights School
School Membership(s) Other religious school association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 3 - 12
Student Body
Total Students 459 students
Student Body Type All-boys
% Students of Color 16% (MD School Avg.: 34%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)

School Notes:

  • The Heights School is a private, independent, preparatory school for boys, grades three to twelve. The school assists parents in the intellectual, moral, physical, and spiritual education of their sons. Dedicated teachers impart rigorous academic training in all the major areas of the liberal arts. Formation in virtue fosters respect for every person, a desire to serve God and others, and an optimistic attitude towards life's challenges. The school's Christian orientation and spiritual formation are entrusted to Opus Dei, a Personal Prelature of the Catholic Church.

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Nicholas Segura; class of 2014; The Heights School (MD).
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The Heights School @ Bishop Ireton lacrosse 2011
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The Heights School Spring Concert 2009: Loch Lomond
4 years ago

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The Heights School Band Concert 2003
4 years ago

Nearby Schools:

The Heights School
Gr. 3-12 | 0 mi. away
McLean School of Maryland
Gr. K-12 | 0.8 mi. away
Mater Dei School Inc
Gr. 2-9 | 0.9 mi. away
Walden Montessori Academy
Gr. PK-1 | 1.1 mi. away
Harbor School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-2 | 1.1 mi. away
Ivymount School
Gr. 2-9 | 1.3 mi. away

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