Bais Yaakov School was established in 1942. Bais Yaakov Baltimore graduates live in cities around the world and are actively involved in their Jewish communities.
Bais Yaakov strives to provide the daughters of the community of Baltimore with the best chinuch (Jewish upbringing) possible, together with a high-quality education.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,537 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bais Yaakov School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1941
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,537 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
0%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
221 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bais Yaakov School For Girls's ranking?
Bais Yaakov School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Bais Yaakov School For Girls?
The application deadline for Bais Yaakov School For Girls is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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