Established in 1929, Ascension is a Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade school that is rich in heritage with dedicated staff, alumni and parents.
Ascension School is a Catholic parish school located in Halethorpe, Maryland under the auspices of the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
Ascension School's mission is to educate the whole child, and realize that each student is gifted spiritually, academically, socially and physically.
This allows each child to develop both as a witness to the Catholic faith and as an individual, infused with self-esteem, responsibility, dignity and commitment to the greater good.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Student Body
Total Students
152 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ascension Parish School?
The application deadline for Ascension Parish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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