DeMatha Catholic High School primary purpose is to develop young men of integrity who are prepared to enter adulthood with the moral and intellectual attributes necessary to meet the challenges of today's society.
Its reputation is founded on a healthy combination of sound, forward-looking academic programs and its accomplishments in music, athletics, community service and other extra-curricular activities.
Courses are taught at a rate commensurate with our students' abilities and interests.
The program of studies is complemented by a wide range of co-curricular activities highlighted by the athletic and music programs which have received regional and national recognition.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Dematha Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1946
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
807 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
72%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- DeMatha Catholic High School primary purpose is to develop young men of integrity who are prepared to enter adulthood with the moral and intellectual attributes necessary to meet the challenges of today's society. Its reputation is founded on a healthy combination of sound, forward-looking academic programs and its accomplishments in music, athletics, community service and other extra-curricular activities. Courses are taught at a rate commensurate with our students' abilities and interests. The program of studies is complemented by a wide range of co-curricular activities highlighted by the athletic and music programs which have received regional and national recognition.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dematha Catholic High School's ranking?
Dematha Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Dematha Catholic High School?
The application deadline for Dematha Catholic High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Location
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Quick Facts
6800 Marlboro Pike
District Heights, MD 20747
(301) 735-8401
District Heights, MD 20747
(301) 735-8401
7.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 894 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
113 St Mary's Place
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 725-3228
Laurel, MD 20707
(301) 725-3228
11.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 410 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
19 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 336-7100
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 336-7100
5.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 962 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8080 New Cut Road
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 969-9105
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 969-9105
19.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,286 student Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 32 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4403 Frederick Ave
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 644-3300
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 644-3300
26.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 811 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 66 Tuition listed
School Reviews
5 8/21/2019
Our family absolutely loved the DeMatha Education our son (Class of 2011) received and we are still very blessed to be active supporters even today (2019). There is "only" ONE DeMatha! Gentlemen & Scholars. Go Stags!
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