For the 2026-27 school year, there are 18 private schools serving 2,540 students in Columbia, MD, 14% of all K-12 students in Columbia, MD are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
21% of private schools in Columbia, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Seventh Day Adventist).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- # Private Schools: 18
- # Students Served: 2,540
- Average Tuition: $6,596
- Acceptance Rate: 80%
- Average Class Size: 17 students
- % Students of Color: 41%
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