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Best Maryland Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 blue ribbon private high schools serving 8,531 students in Maryland.

The blue ribbon private high schools in Maryland include Notre Dame Preparatory School, Bishop McNamara High School, and Archbishop Spalding High School.

The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Maryland private high school average acceptance rate of 77%.

82% of blue ribbon private high 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 (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 11
# Students Served: 8,531

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 11
# Students Served: 8,531

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The blue ribbon private high schools in Maryland include Notre Dame Preparatory School, Bishop McNamara High School, and Archbishop Spalding High School.

How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Maryland?

11 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Maryland.

How diverse are blue ribbon private high schools in Maryland?

Maryland blue ribbon private high schools are approximately 32% minority students, which is lower than the Maryland private school average of 37%.

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

82% of blue ribbon private high schools in Maryland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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