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Maryland Blue Ribbon Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 56 blue ribbon private schools serving 23,001 students in Maryland.

The blue ribbon private schools in Maryland include St. Joseph School-Fullerton, Archbishop Spalding High School, and Charles E Smith Jewish Day School.

The average tuition cost is $13,206, which is lower than the Maryland private school average tuition cost of $15,974.

91% of blue ribbon private schools in Maryland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 56
# Students Served: 23,001

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 56
# Students Served: 23,001

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Maryland?

The blue ribbon private schools in Maryland include St. Joseph School-Fullerton, Archbishop Spalding High School, and Charles E Smith Jewish Day School.

How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Maryland?

56 blue ribbon private schools are located in Maryland.

How much do blue ribbon private schools cost in Maryland?

The average tuition cost is $13,206, which is lower than the Maryland private school average tuition cost of $15,974.

How diverse are blue ribbon private schools in Maryland?

Maryland blue ribbon private schools are approximately 30% minority students, which is lower than the Maryland private school average of 39%.

What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Maryland?

91% of blue ribbon private schools in Maryland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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