Archbishop Curley High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 535 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,425
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 17
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Rankings

Archbishop Curley High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Archbishop Curley High School
9	138
10	158
11	120
12	119

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1961

Colors

White, Black, Red

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

535 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

40%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

40 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

19 students

Number of AP Courses

14 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

American HistoryBiology

CalculusEnvironmental Science

GovernmentLiterature

PhysicsSpanish

Studio Art

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Shirt and Tie

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 17

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,425

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Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Demonya Womack

Admissions Associate

Gina Petr

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$4 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryFootball

GolfIce Hockey

SoccerSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

Winter TrackWrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

38 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Anime ClubBiology Club

Black Student UnionBoard Game Club

Chess ClubCooking Club

Homework ClubIt’s Academic Team

Literary MagazineLive Streaming Club

Math National Honor SocietyMock Trial

Model UNNHS

Outdoor ClubPhotography Club

Ping Pong ClubPraise Band

Robotics ClubSchool Ambassadors

School NewspaperService Club

SGASpanish National Honor Society

Spanish NHSStock Market Club

Ultimate Frisbee ClubVideo Game Club

YearbookYouth Ministry

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Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirConcert Band

Drama ClubDrumline

Handbell ChorusJazz Ensemble

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Intramural Sports ProgramUltimate Frisbee

School Notes

Archbishop Curley High School, a Roman Catholic college preparatory school rooted in the Franciscan tradition, develops great men.
With the support of the entire Archbishop Curley Family, each Curley Man is challenged to reach his maximum academic and personal potential in a safe and nurturing environment leading him to be a man of faith, character, discipline and service to others.

School Mascot: Friar

Archbishop Curley High School was founded as a college preparatory school under the leadership and direction of the late Archbishop Francis P. Keough in 1960, becoming the first of the archdiocesan high schools built in that decade. Designed by local architect Edward H. Glidden in what is now known as Mid-Century Style, the school was built on a thirty-three acre site on the northeast edge of the City of Baltimore. It was then the most densely Catholic part of Baltimore, with thousands of students in the many nearby parochial schools. The school is dedicated to Archbishop Michael J. Curley (1879-1947) who served as the tenth Archbishop of Baltimore from 1921-1947. The school is accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education and AdvancedED. Archbishop Curley High School opened its doors in September 1961 to a pioneer freshman class of 420. It was formally dedicated on April 17, 1962, by Lawrence Cardinal Shehan, the twelfth archbishop. Since its first graduating class in 1965 over 8000 graduates have received their diplomas.The main three-story building still contains classrooms, science labs, administrative and guidance offices, while the attached wings have been modified over the years to accommodate new purposes. The chapel was renewed after the liturgical changes of Vatican II. The friary, the residence of the Franciscan Friars, was moved to one part of the original building, while the remainder became advancement offices, meeting space and the Library/Digital Media Center. The renovated auditorium was incorporated into the Holthaus Center for the Arts, new construction in 2010. The Student Dining Room and Fr. Julian Gymnasium continue as designed, while the final original wing of the school, first classrooms and then the library, now houses a fitness center and wrestling room.The extensive grounds provide for ample parking and athletic facilities. The Curley Bowl features a synthetic turf field for football, soccer and lacrosse surrounded by a track. Other facilities include a baseball diamond, tennis courts, additional soccer field, and practice fields.Curley`s golden anniversary was celebrated in 2010-11 with special events throughout the year. A history of Curley was written by Fr. Timothy Kulbicki, OFM Conv. `76 entitled Proudly Do We Hail Thee. The first graduates, the Class of 1965, celebrated their 50th reunion in May 2015 becoming the first "Golden Friars."Today Archbishop Curley High School serves students from the entire metropolitan area, namely Baltimore City and the surrounding counties. The student body comes from some 60 middle schools and 80 zip codes, choosing Curley, the only Franciscan high school for young men in Maryland, for its moderate size and family spirit, and for being a school "where brotherhood begins." It was the first 1:1 iPad Catholic high school for young men in the area, with a premier arts program, 14 varsity sports, and a recognized college counseling program. With 100% of the Class of 2016 accepted to college, 70% of the 2016 graduates are attending 4-year colleges, earning more than $10 million in aid.The general operation and management of Archbishop Curley High School falls under the auspices of the School Board established by the Archbishop of Baltimore. The School Board has continued to entrust the administration of the school to the Conventual Franciscan Friars of Our Lady of the Angels Province who have staffed the school since its inception. Dedicated laity now comprise the majority of faculty and staff, having embraced the Franciscan goals of education, and working to develop the whole person in both the classroom and co-curricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Archbishop Curley High School cost?

Archbishop Curley High School's tuition is approximately $16,425 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Archbishop Curley High School?

The acceptance rate of Archbishop Curley High School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Archbishop Curley High School offer?

Archbishop Curley High School offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Archbishop Curley High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.

What is Archbishop Curley High School's ranking?

Archbishop Curley High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Archbishop Curley High School?

The application deadline for Archbishop Curley High School is Dec. 17.

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The average private school tuition in Baltimore, MD is $15,701 for elementary schools and $22,189 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Baltimore, MD is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).