Gilman School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025-26)

5407 Roland Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21210

Gilman School Photo #1 - Gilman's Upper School prepares young men to build the world of tomorrow. Students engage in a timeless and challenging college-preparatory program that emphasizes a strong work ethic, critical thinking skills, effective oral and written communication, and lifelong enjoyment of intellectual pursuits.

Gilman School Photo #2 - Gilman's Early Childhood Program embodies joy, happiness, and excitement. Our lessons promote exploration and discovery, resulting in a lifelong spirit of inquiry and learning. Here, Pre-K students show off their newly-made crowns celebrating autumn.

Gilman School Photo #3 - Lacrosse is one of the many interscholastic sports offered at Gilman. Gilman firmly believes that participation in athletics and/or physical activity forms a vital part of the overall educational experience for all of its students in all grades, PK-12.

Gilman School Photo #4 - We strive to instill in our students a sense of adventure in the exploration of the natural world, as well as the scientific literacy and critical thinking skills to prepare them for science courses they will see in college.

Gilman School Photo #5 - The arts program at Gilman encourages boys to explore art through various media. It encourages students of all ages to appreciate art, think creatively, observe the world around them, and, no matter their artistic skill, understand how artists create illusions of light, space, and emotion in their work.

Gilman School Photo #6 - Middle School boys leave the Walter Lord Library, named for one of Gilman's most accomplished and most loyal alumni, Walter Lord '35, who wrote 12 books, notable among them "A Night to Remember" detailing the last hours of the Titanic.

Gilman School Photo #7 - The strong music program at Gilman opens boys' ears to music, its many genres, nuances, and methods of creation, and gives them a lifelong gift of appreciation.

Gilman School Photo #8 - All-school convocations, other special events, and assemblies are held throughout the year, at which students, faculty, and staff come together for celebration, festivity, or appreciation.

Founded in 1897 as the nation's first country day school, Gilman School is a pre-K-12 private independent day school for boys.

Our mission is to unlock the greatness within each boy by educating the entire boy: mind, body, and spirit.

Our pursuit of excellence in all we do, our rich and comprehensive program, our immeasurably talented and interesting faculty and students, and our belief in the character traits embodied by the Gilman Five - Honor, Integrity, Respect, Humility, and Excellence - form the foundation of a school dedicated to helping boys of promise grow into men of character.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,035 students
Yearly Tuition: $39,820
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
International Boys Schools Coalition
AIMSMDDC (Assoc. of independent Maryland and DC Schools)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1897

Colors

Grey, Navy Blue

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Thu. Jun 4, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

1,035 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

24%

State avg.: 38%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

160 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

22 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Art HistoryBiology

Calculus ABCalculus BC

ChemistryChinese Language & Culture

Comparative Government & PoliticsComputer Science A

Computer Science PrinciplesEnvironmental Science

French Language & CultureLatin

MacroeconomicsMicroeconomics

Music TheoryPhysics C

PsychologySpanish Language & Culture

Spanish Literature & CultureStatistics

Studio ArtUS Government & Politics

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Average SAT score

1369

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Varies by school division.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$39,820

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade level. For 2025-2026 the all-school tuition range is from $22,435-$379,820.

% on Financial Aid

23%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$21,500

Admissions Director

Owen Daly

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

18 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryFootball

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

VolleyballWater Polo

Winter TrackWrestling

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

35 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

LS Chess ClubLS Eco-Exporers

LS MakerSpace and MakerLabLS The Gilman Gazette

MS Board Game ClubMS Comic Book Club

MS Community/Inclusion/Equity (CIE) CouncilMS Earth Science Club

MS Fantasy Football ClubMS First Lego League

MS Honor CouncilMS Laser Cutter/3D Printing

MS Podcasting ClubMS Quiz Bowl

MS Student Ambassador ClubMS Student Council

US BBQ ClubUS Black Student Union

US Business ClubUS Debate Club

US Entrepreneurship ClubUS Gilman News

US Greyhound TVUS Model U.N.

US Robotics

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Arts and Music Programs:

LS Instrumental Music LessonsLS Sketch Club

LS Treble T's - Choral GroupMS Art Club

MS Jazz EnsembleMS Lyricist Lounge

MS MiddlemenUS Traveling Men

Recreational Athletic Programs:

LS Soccer ShotsMS Soccer Club

School Notes

School Motto: Honor, Integrity, Respect, Humility, and Excellence.
School Mascot: Greyhound

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gilman School cost?

Gilman School's tuition is approximately $39,820 for private students.

What sports does Gilman School offer?

Gilman School offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. Gilman School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.

What is Gilman School's ranking?

Gilman School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Gilman School?

The application deadline for Gilman School is Dec. 15.

In what neighborhood is Gilman School located?

Gilman School is located in the Wyndhurst neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other private schools located in Wyndhurst.

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