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Best Annapolis Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 20 private schools serving 4,172 students in Annapolis, MD (there are 19 public schools, serving 10,857 public students). 28% of all K-12 students in Annapolis, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top-ranked private schools in Annapolis, MD include Key School, St. Mary Elementary School, and St. Marys High School.
The average tuition cost is $12,493, which is lower than the Maryland private school average tuition cost of $16,334.
55% of private schools in Annapolis, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

Top-Ranked Annapolis Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Anne's School of Annapolis
St. Anne's School of Annapolis Photo - Our teachers use engaging academics, a positive community, effective management, and expertise in developmental awareness to create a learning environment that is age-appropriate and responsive to students` strengths and needs.
(Episcopal)
(3)
3112 Arundel On The Bay Road
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 263-8650
Gr: NS-8 | 320 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
The Maven Academy
The Maven Academy Photo
(9)
1908 Forest Drive
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 216-7070
Gr: 3-12 Tuition listed
The Harbour School At Annapolis
Special Education School
1277 Green Holly Drive
Annapolis, MD 21409
(410) 974-4248
Gr: 1-12 | 191 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Heritage Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1740 Forest Drive
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 263-6680
Gr: NS-PK | 316 students
Key School
Key School Photo
(7)
534 Hillsmere Drive
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 263-9231
Gr: NS-12 | 650 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Naval Academy Primary School
Naval Academy Primary School Photo - Students at the Naval Academy Primary School Enjoying Some Playground Time
(1)
74 Greenbury Point Rd
Annapolis, MD 21402
(410) 757-3090
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
St. Mary Elementary School
St. Mary Elementary School Photo - St. Mary's Elementary School enjoys a waterfront campus in historic downtown Annapolis, MD
(Catholic)
(3)
111 Duke Of Gloucester Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 990-4135
Gr: PK-8 | 849 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Marys High School
St. Marys High School Photo - Campus
(Catholic)
113 Duke Of Gloucester St
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 990-4236
Gr: 9-12 | 476 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Book Of Life Academy
Book Of Life Academy Photo
(Assembly of God)
913 Cedar Park Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 263-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 118 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Calvary Center School
Calvary Center School Photo - Nature walk
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
301 Rowe Blvd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 268-3812
Gr: NS-PK | 76 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Chesapeake Montessori School
Montessori School
30 Old Mill Bottom Road North
Annapolis, MD 21409
(410) 757-4740
Gr: NS-8 | 148 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Chesterton Academy of Annapolis
(Catholic)
31 Rowe Blvd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 855-3216
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Creative Garden Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
479 Merryman Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 268-0900
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
In Faith Christian School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
657 Broadneck Rd
Annapolis, MD 21409
(410) 757-7680
Gr: K | 19 students Tuition listed
Montessori International Childrens House
Montessori International Childrens House Photo - Welcome to our school on the hill!
Montessori School
1641 N Winchester Rd
Annapolis, MD 21409
(410) 757-7789
Gr: NS-6 | 161 students Avg. class size: 24 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pathways School--anne Arundel
Special Education School
1819 Bay Ridge Ave Ste 340
Annapolis, MD 21403
(301) 649-0778
Gr: 7-12 | 29 students
Play & Learn At Annapolis
Daycare / Preschool
580 Taylor Ave B 1
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 263-4029
Gr: K | 1 student
St. Margaret's Day School
Daycare / Preschool (Episcopal)
1605 Pleasant Plains Rd
Annapolis, MD 21409
(410) 757-2333
Gr: PK-K | 129 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
St. Martins Lutheran Church School
St. Martins Lutheran Church School Photo
(Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
1120 Spa Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 269-1955
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
Weems Creek Nursery School & Kindergarten
Weems Creek Nursery School & Kindergarten Photo
Daycare / Preschool
238 Kirkley Road
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 266-5522
Gr: PK | 134 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Annapolis, Maryland

Annapolis, Maryland Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1125 Spa Rd
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 263-9044
Gr: 1-5 | 17 students

Overview

This Town (Annapolis)
This State (MD)
# Schools
20 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
4,172 Students
143,325 Students
% Average Students of Color
26%
39%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
415 Teachers
14,976 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
61%
57%
Average Class Size
17 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
12 courses
13 courses
Average SAT score
1310
(Out of 1600)
1221
Average ACT score
29
(Out of 36)
27

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,493
$16,334
Average % on Financial Aid
29%
34%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,100
$6,665
Average Acceptance Rate
78%
80%
Average Endowment Size
$25 million
$71.07 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.59
0.66
# American Indian Students
22 Students
350 Students
% American Indian Students
1%
n/a
# Asian Students
73 Students
4,672 Students
% Asian Students
2%
3%
# Hispanic Students
218 Students
6,178 Students
% Hispanic Students
5%
4%
# Black Students
284 Students
23,445 Students
% Black Students
7%
17%
# White Students
2,340 Students
71,762 Students
% White Students
57%
50%
# Hawaiian Students
3 Students
548 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
1,155 Students
35,816 Students
% of Others Students
28%
25%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
9 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
7 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Annapolis, MD?
The top-ranked private schools in Annapolis, MD include Key School, St. Mary Elementary School, and St. Marys High School.
How many private schools are located in Annapolis?
20 private schools are located in Annapolis.
How much do private schools cost in Annapolis?
The average tuition cost is $12,493, which is lower than the Maryland private school average tuition cost of $16,334.
How diverse are private schools in Annapolis?
Annapolis private schools are approximately 26% minority students, which is lower than the Maryland private school average of 39%.
What percentage of students in Annapolis go to private school?
28% of all K-12 students in Annapolis are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Annapolis?
55% of private schools in Annapolis are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).
Which private schools in Annapolis are often viewed compared to one another?

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