Landon School is a private, non-religious, college preparatory all-boys school servingstudents in grades 312.
Landon is located on 75 acres in Bethesda, MD, outside of Washington, D.C.
Landon offers 22 arts and 21 athletics options. 82% of the Class of 2023 attend college where they applied early or priority.
Landon's average class size is 14 students. 57% of Landon's full-time faculty have advanced degrees.
40% of students are students of color. 28% of Landon students receive financial aid.
Landon has 20 bus stops that serve MD, VA, and Washington, D.C.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Yearly Tuition: $55,750
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 9
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Landon School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Brown and white
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Campus Size
75
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
57%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
32 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Calculus AB and BCChemistry
Computer ScienceComputer Science Principles
Economics (Micro & Macro)Environmental Science
Music TheoryPhysics 1 and C
PsychologyStatistics
Studio Arts
Average SAT score
1370
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
32
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Jacket and Tie
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 9
Yearly Tuition Cost
$55,750
% on Financial Aid
28%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$32,329
Admissions Director
Katy Harvey
Application URL
Endowment Size
$27 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
22 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ally CouncilBad Movie Club
Black Student UnionCommunity Service Club
Debate TeamHonor Council
Investments ClubModel UN
Sports Analytics ClubSTEM
Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
CeramicsChoral Groups
DrawingInstrumental Music
Jazz EnsembleMixed Media Art
PaintingPhotography
SculptureStudio Arts
Theater ArtsVocal Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
FencingRugby
Street HockeyUltimate Frisbee
School Notes
- School Motto: Virtute et Non Vi – 'By Virtue, Not by Force'
- School Mascot: Bears
- Landon is a private school for boys, serving grades 3-12 on an
expansive, 75-acrecampus in Bethesda, Maryland.
- Landon's program is designed intentionally for boys to
thrive. We want each student to bring his energy, goodness, ideas,
humor, creativity, curiosity, and intensity to every
class,performance, project, and practice. The men and women of
Landon who will be histeachers, coaches, mentors, and friends will
challenge him to bring and achieve his best.This commitment is why
Landon stands as a national leader in boys' college
preparatoryeducation. At every level, he will be challenged by
expert teachers, advanced curricula,and high-minded expectations
all to prepare him for collegiate and lifelong success.
- Landon offers accelerated and honors courses that exceed AP course standards,challenge boys to engage more meaningfully with material, and align with Landon'smission, philosophy, and portrait of a graduate.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Landon School cost?
Landon School's tuition is approximately $55,750 for private students.
Does Landon School offer a summer program?
Yes, Landon School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Landon School offer?
Landon School offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Riflery, Rugby, Soccer, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Water Polo, Winter Track and Wrestling. Landon School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
What is Landon School's ranking?
Landon 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 Landon School?
The application deadline for Landon School is Jan. 9.
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School Reviews
5 10/4/2024
Landon has been the ideal learning environment for our son, one where he has been able to grow and thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. In our experience, the school has been exceptionally thoughtful in its approach to teaching and learning and is truly a wonderful community. Our son, now a junior, has felt completely at home since starting in seventh grade and has cultivated relationships over the years with not just his peers, but with his teachers, coaches, and administrators. He is truly known and cared for and has had the opportunity to cultivate his interests and strengths. We feel that he is truly being prepared holistically for college and beyond.
5 9/21/2024
Our son has been a Landon Bear since Lower School and is now an Upper School Bear! We have always been thrilled with the community, the academics, the opportunities available to the young men, and the leadership throughout each division. Landon is not simply a school. Landon is a place where a young man grows into his best self, develops excellent character habits, a sense of social/community responsibility & a code of ethics that follows him for life. These young men do not only develop academically, but they gain brothers. The best decision we ever made for our son was to attend Landon.
5 12/8/2021
Landon presents the perfect environment to prepare students for all their future endeavors. Whether these be in academia or on the playing field, Landon offers a vast variety of options to suit the interests of all its students. The teachers and coaches stay very connected with and supportive of students and help them progress on their journey to young adulthood.
5 11/30/2021
Landon is a wonderful school that has a great history of holding its students to a high standard on the field and in the classroom. Landon integrates arts, academics, and sports into the idea teachers are coaches and mentors.
5 10/26/2020
As a family, we love Landon's Teacher/Coach/Mentor model. The education, teachers, and campus are all an excellent choice for our son. We are completely thrilled with the variety of educational and extracurricular opportunities for our son!
5 10/9/2020
Incredible experience. The community is second to none and it is an all round great place to send your boys.
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