Holly Grove Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked MD School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 564 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,600
Acceptance rate: 85%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Holly Grove Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Holly Grove Christian School
Pre-K	35
Kind	38
1	38
2	48
3	47
4	44
5	40
6	46
7	46
8	45
9	43
10	39
11	28
12	27

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1976

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Campus Size

51 acres

School Motto

Excellence in Christ-centered education

Student Body

Total Students

564 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

35 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

10%

Average Class Size

23 students

Average SAT score

1110

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

khaki, blue pants, white, blue, maroon tops

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

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Advanced Courses

AP Calculus ABAP English Language

AP English LiteratureAP US History

AP World History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,600

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Tuition Notes

Does not include application fee or bus transportation fee.

% on Financial Aid

10%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Acceptance Rate

85%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Cheryl Tawes

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

ArcheryBaseball

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryField Hockey

GolfSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Eagles

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

National Honor SocietyStudent Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama productionsPraise Band

School Notes

Holly Grove Christian School partners with families to provide excellence in Christ-centered academics by preparing students to live God-honoring lives.
Beginning in the fall of 1976 with nineteen students and have grown to the current enrollment of 530 students.
For over 30 years Holly Grove Christian School has provided a quality education to the families of the Eastern Shore, offering a traditional program for students in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade.
During those years we have greatly expanded, but have maintained a commitment to a debt-free school, enabling us to offer affordable tuition rates.
HGCS is fully accredited by both the Association of Christian Schools International and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.

HGCS has an open school admission policy, with the exception of students who have been expelled from other schools for serious behavior issues or have failing academic records. We do placement testing only for the purpose of placing each child at the appropriate level for their success. HGCS does not offer special education, though we partner with our local county to meet the needs of students with IEP's for speech. Applicants need to submit our application (available on our website) with the application fee and schedule a tour and interview with the administrator.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Katy Hearn '09 - Alani Nutrition Founder

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holly Grove Christian School cost?

Holly Grove Christian School's tuition is approximately $7,600 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Holly Grove Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Holly Grove Christian School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.

Who are famous alumni from Holly Grove Christian School?

Holly Grove Christian School famous alumni include: Katy Hearn '09.

What sports does Holly Grove Christian School offer?

Holly Grove Christian School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Holly Grove Christian School's ranking?

Holly Grove Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Holly Grove Christian School?

The application deadline for Holly Grove Christian School is Feb. 1.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Maryland is $16,052 for elementary schools and $20,829 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Maryland is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).