For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 391 students in 21620, MD (there are 2 public schools, serving 711 public students). 35% of all K-12 students in 21620, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The average acceptance rate is 73%, which is lower than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
50% of private schools in 21620, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Seventh Day Adventist).
Private Schools in 21620, MD (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Chester River Adventist School![Chester River Adventist School Photo]( "Chester River Adventist School Photo")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
305 N Kent St
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-2193
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-2193
Gr: 1-8 | 5 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
401 Morgnec Rd
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-5855
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-5855
Gr: PK-12 | 170 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
6788 Wilkins Ln
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-4100
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-4100
Gr: PK-8 | 159 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
201 Talbot Blvd
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-8150
Chestertown, MD 21620
(410) 778-8150
Gr: K-8 | 57 students Avg. class size: 5 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 21620, MD?
4 private schools are located in 21620, MD.
What percentage of students in 21620 go to private school?
35% of all K-12 students in 21620 are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 21620?
50% of private schools in 21620 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Seventh Day Adventist).
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