Cardinal Shehan School

We believe that all children, regardless of the economic, geographic, religious and social circumstances into which they were born, are enhanced by engaging in educational experiences that challenge their abilities and cultivate habits of excellence.
All students enrolled at Cardinal Shehan School are recognized for their talents, abilities and special gifts.
The Cardinal Shehan School Community will maintain high expectations of excellence for all students in order to assist them in achieving their fullest academic and personal potential.
Together, these dedicated educators work with students who are interested in developing their minds, sharpening their talents, and experiencing the Lord Jesus in their daily lives.
The special mission of the school is to work intensively to develop peace.
Teachers work with students to equip them with peacemaking skills, while parents are called upon to work with the school in bringing peace to their households and communities.
Cardinal Shehan School is creating a peaceful world, one student at a time.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 394 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,950
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Cardinal Shehan School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
394 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Cardinal Shehan School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Omnia in caritate. "All things (be done) in charity." (1 Cor. 16:14)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cardinal Shehan School cost?
Cardinal Shehan School's tuition is approximately $6,950 for private students.
What is Cardinal Shehan School's ranking?
Cardinal Shehan School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Shehan School?
The application deadline for Cardinal Shehan School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cardinal Shehan School located?
Cardinal Shehan School is located in the Loch Raven neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other private schools located in Loch Raven.

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Cardinal Shehan is a good school. I learn a lot there. If you do not understand a skill, you may either have one on one tutoring or group tutoring. I love it!!!!
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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 394 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,950
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Baltimore, MD is $16,291 for elementary schools and $21,521 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Baltimore, MD is 68% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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