Connelly School Of The Holy Child (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 318 students
Yearly Tuition: $32,000
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 11
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Connelly School Of The Holy Child ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Coalition of Girls
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
AIMSMDDC (Assoc. of independent Maryland and DC Schools)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Connelly School Of The Holy Child
6	12
7	26
9	71
10	66
11	74
12	69

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1961

Colors

Blue, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

318 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

24%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

48 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

12 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 11

Yearly Tuition Cost

$32,000

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Tuition Notes

Book and Activity Fee: $690 Technology Fee Grades: $515 Surface Notebook Fee: $1,355

Admissions Director

Meghan Burke Cross

Admissions Associate

Lindsay Greene

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

14 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DanceDiving

EquestrianField Hockey

Ice HockeyLacrosse

SoccerSoftball

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Archery ClubBest Buddies

Booster ClubChrist Child Society

Environmental ClubGirl Up Club

Girls Give Back ClubMath Club

Mental Health Awareness ClubSpeech and Debate Club

Yellow Ribbon Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ActingArt

DanceDance Ensemble

Instrumental EnsembleMusic

Theater ProductionVocal Ensemble

School Notes

At Holy Child, we believe an individualized, challenging, and joyful approach to education creates the next generation of female leaders.
Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6-12.
We welcome students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds.
In keeping with the philosophy of our founder, Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.

Holy Child offers a rigorous, innovative, and engaging academic program of studies. With our 7:1 student/teacher ratio, students and teachers develop close relationships that create a supportive environment, and a positive and uplifting school culture. Our unique school culture helps foster optimal learning for each individual ensuring that she will realize her true potential.In addition to dynamic classroom learning, Holy Child encourages students to explore interests like athletics, the arts, clubs, theater, service, and travel. Because of this, our school is made up of athletes that double as cast members in the play, instrumentalists that spearhead service organizations, and photographers that serve as student government representatives. We believe in providing our students with opportunities to try new things, develop their strengths, and reach their fullest potential.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mary Hopkins - 2014 - Advocate for criminal justice reform. -
- Rotimi Abimbola - 2006 - Carnegie Mellon Graduate. -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Connelly School Of The Holy Child cost?

Connelly School Of The Holy Child's tuition is approximately $32,000 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Connelly School Of The Holy Child?

Connelly School Of The Holy Child famous alumni include: Mary Hopkins - 2014 - Advocate for criminal justice reform. and Rotimi Abimbola - 2006 - Carnegie Mellon Graduate..

What sports does Connelly School Of The Holy Child offer?

Connelly School Of The Holy Child offers 14 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Connelly School Of The Holy Child is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.

What is Connelly School Of The Holy Child's ranking?

Connelly School Of The Holy Child 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 Connelly School Of The Holy Child?

The application deadline for Connelly School Of The Holy Child is Dec. 11.

School Reviews

5 12/7/2016

Amazing all girls school. Creative, committed and empowering. My daughter is valued and challenges everyday.

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The average private school tuition in Potomac, MD is $32,801 for elementary schools and $37,294 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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