Little Flower School proclaims the Good News of Jesus Christ and teaches children to embrace the values of the Catholic Faith Community.
We strive to develop in our students a strong sense of self-worth as well as a genuine concern for others.
Children are taught to value themselves and all people as a reflection of God's love.
Building from a tradition of excellence established in 1953, Little Flower offers a flexible curriculum that addresses each child's spiritual, academic, social, and physical development.
Our professional staff, together with dedicated parents, strives to give children the highest quality education.
From Pre-Kindergarten to Grade Eight, Little Flower instills a sense of community, spiritual growth, and academic excellence.
Students are fully prepared for any of the wide variety of Catholic and public secondary schools they may choose to attend.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Little Flower School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2008, 2017
Student Body
Total Students
275 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Flower School's ranking?
Little Flower School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Little Flower School?
The application deadline for Little Flower School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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