John Carroll School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked MD School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 715 students
Yearly Tuition: $17,200
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	John Carroll School
9	168
10	187
11	182
12	178

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Grade 10 highest at 187 students, making it the largest grade at John Carroll School.

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1964

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Campus Size

72 acres

Student Body

Total Students

715 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

16%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

63 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

53%

Average Class Size

19 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

winter & spring dress codes

Number of AP Courses

19 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)
Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS-MDDC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$17,200

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for international students is $22,200.

Admissions Director

Eddie Maynard

Admissions Associate

Laura Ward-Moran

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

23 sports

School Notes

Located on 72 acres in Bel Air, Maryland, The John Carroll School is the only private, coeducational, Catholic independent high school in northeastern Maryland and the only Catholic school in Maryland approved by the College Board to offer the AP Capstone Diploma.
With an 11:1 student to teacher ratio, students get the personal attention needed to succeed, and with the support of dedicated college counselors, 94% of graduating seniors were admitted to their first-choice college.

Every Patriot Has a Story.
At The John Carroll School, each student is known, valued and prepared. From the time they arrive for freshman orientation to the moment they walk confidently across the graduation stage, our students are both nurtured and challenged by our stellar faculty and staff to become the best possible versions of themselves. On the grounds of our beautiful, 72-acre campus, they will receive a world-class education close to home, at the only coeducational, independent Catholic high school in northeastern Maryland.
But what really sets John Carroll apart are the stories of each and every Patriotstudents, alumni, parents, faculty and staffthat are written every day, both inside and far beyond the classroom walls. John Carroll provides transformative experiences that not only provide a lifetime of memories, but prepare tomorrow`s leaders today to make a tremendous impact on their communities, and on the world. Start your own business in the Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurial Exploration (FLEX) Program. Build a robot or pilot a drone in the STEAM Academy. Express yourself on the stage in the College Preparatory Dance Program. Explore future careers for your Senior Project or go on a life-changing mission trip. Bond with teammates on the athletic field, or on the Academic team. Whatever your passion, John Carroll has a class or extracurricular activity to help you develop it. We invite you to comevisit and start your Patriot story today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does John Carroll School cost?

John Carroll School's tuition is approximately $17,200 for private students.

What sports does John Carroll School offer?

John Carroll School offers 23 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. John Carroll School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.

What is John Carroll School's ranking?

John Carroll School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for John Carroll School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Harford County, MD is $14,848 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Harford County, MD is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).