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Most Selective Private Preschools in Maryland

Name: Maryland Average Acceptance Rate Trends (Pre-K)
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The average private preschool acceptance rate in Maryland is 84% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Maryland is The Calverton School, with an acceptance rate of 8%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# MD Schools Ranked: 142
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 8%–65%
MD School Avg.: 84%
National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# MD Schools Ranked: 142
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 8%–65%
MD School Avg.: 84%
National School Avg.: 87%

Maryland Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: (-7.0%) (-6% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Maryland (MD) avg
2025	83%	80% (▼ 3 pp)
2024	88%	83% (▼ 2 pp)
2023	88%	85% (— 0 pp)
2022	88%	85% (▼ 1 pp)
2021	88%	86% (▲ 1 pp)
2020	88%	85% (— 0 pp)
2019	88%	85% (— 0 pp)
2018	88%	85% (▼ 1 pp)
2017	88%	86% (— 0 pp)
2016	88%	86% (▲ 1 pp)
2015	88%	85%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Maryland (acceptance rate range: 8%–65%, avg 84%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 8% 76% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Maryland average private preschools acceptance rate?

The Maryland average private preschools acceptance rate is 84% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private preschools in Maryland?

The top ranked private preschools in Maryland include The Calverton School, Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences and Father Andrew White Sj School.

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