Cedarcroft School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Cedarcroft School in Baltimore, MD, serves 85 students in early childhood programs, primarily offering preschool education in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
Founded in 1947, the school has a long history and is located in the Cedarcroft neighborhood of Baltimore.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with an average class size of 9, supporting small–group learning environments.
Cedarcroft School enrolls a diverse student body with approximately 6.25% students of color.
As a coeducational early childhood program, Cedarcroft School provides casual dress code policies in its city–based educational setting.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MD School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 85 students
Average class size: 9 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cedarcroft School
Pre-K	64
Kind	21

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Year Founded

1947

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Student Body

Total Students

85 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

9 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Ages 4 and up

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cedarcroft School's ranking?

Cedarcroft School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Cedarcroft School?

The application deadline for Cedarcroft School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Cedarcroft School located?

Cedarcroft School is located in the Cedarcroft neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.

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Did You Know?

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).