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Best Maryland Alternative Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 17 alternative private elementary schools serving 2,183 students in Maryland.

The alternative private elementary schools in Maryland include Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School, San Mar Children's Home Inc, and Children's Home Diagnostic Center School.

The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the Maryland private elementary school average acceptance rate of 82%.

44% of alternative private elementary schools in Maryland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 17
# Students Served: 2,183

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 17
# Students Served: 2,183

Maryland Alternative Private Elementary Schools Trends

Private Schools

2,183

Students

$7,919

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

15%

Students of Color

8:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private elementary schools in Maryland?

The alternative private elementary schools in Maryland include Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School, San Mar Children's Home Inc, and Children's Home Diagnostic Center School.

How many alternative private elementary schools are located in Maryland?

17 alternative private elementary schools are located in Maryland.

How diverse are alternative private elementary schools in Maryland?

Maryland alternative private elementary schools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the Maryland private school average of 37%.

What percentage of alternative private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Maryland?

44% of alternative private elementary schools in Maryland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Jewish).

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