Top 3 Best Gaithersburg Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 19 private schools serving 2,033 students in Gaithersburg, MD (there are 30 public schools, serving 21,768 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in Gaithersburg, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in Gaithersburg, MD include Rise Hybrid Private Academy, Church Of The Redeemer Christian School and Covenant Life School.
The average acceptance rate is 88%, which is higher than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
32% of private schools in Gaithersburg, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Gaithersburg Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Rise Hybrid Private Academy
Rise Hybrid Private Academy Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(8)
105 Pender Court, Fredericksburg, VA (Headquarters)
Gaithersburg, MD 20882
(540) 693-0674
Grades: K-12
| students
Church Of The Redeemer Christian School
(Christian)
(1)
19425 Woodfield Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 238-1500
Grades: PK-8
| 196 students
Covenant Life School
Covenant Life School Photo
(Christian)
(8)
7503 Muncaster Mill Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 869-4500
Grades: PK-12
| 493 students
St. Martin of Tours Catholic School
St. Martin of Tours Catholic School Photo - We look forward to hearing from you and partnering with you on the journey of education.
(Catholic)
(1)
115 S Frederick Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 990-2441
Grades: PK-8
| 210 students
Academy Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
14327 Stonebridge View Dr
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 762-8204
Grades: PK-K
| 110 students
Academy Child Development Center At Dofief
Daycare / Preschool
15001 Dufief Drive
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 309-1224
Grades: NS-PK
| 57 students
Childrens Towne Academy
Daycare / Preschool
12172 Hidden Brook Ter
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 349-5500
Grades: K
| 18 students
Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
(1)
9008 Rosemont Dr
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 977-3421
Grades: PK-K
| 185 students
Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School
Special Program Emphasis
610 E Diamond Ave Ste E
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 330-4359
Grades: 9-12
| 28 students
The Foundation School Of Montgomery County
Special Education School
220 Girard St
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 740-7807
Grades: 1-12
| 62 students
Gaithersburg Presbyterian Preschool & Kdgn
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
610 S Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 977-5787
Grades: PK-K
| 46 students
Georgetown Hill Early School
Daycare / Preschool
15120 Turkey Foot Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 527-1377
Grades: K-1
| 28 students
Goddard School In Gaithersburg
Goddard School In Gaithersburg Photo
Daycare / Preschool
900 Wind River Lane
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 208-8787
Grades: PK-1
| 247 students
KinderCare on Sioux Lane
KinderCare on Sioux Lane Photo - This is our entrance to our KinderCare. We know this will be a special place for you and your child. We are proud our school has been accredited by NAEYC.
Daycare / Preschool
18000 Sioux Lane
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 869-1352
Grades: NS-PK
| 2 students
Marcia D Smith School
Special Education School
9075 Comprint Ct
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 926-2300
Grades: 5-12
| 22 students
Mother Of God School
Mother Of God School Photo
(Catholic)
(7)
20501 Goshen Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 990-2088
Grades: PK-8
| 179 students
Nist Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
100 Bureau Dr Stop 1915
Gaithersburg, MD 20899
(301) 975-2152
Grades: PK-K
| 124 students
Top Hat Montessori
Top Hat Montessori Photo
Montessori School
18243a Flower Hill Way
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 813-0713
Grades: PK-K
| 26 students
Yang Academy
P. O. Box 10182
Gaithersburg, MD 20898
(301) 208-8821
Grades: K-12
| students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Gaithersburg, MD?
The top ranked private schools in Gaithersburg, MD include Rise Hybrid Private Academy, Church Of The Redeemer Christian School and Covenant Life School.
How many private schools are located in Gaithersburg, MD?
19 private schools are located in Gaithersburg, MD.
How diverse are private schools in Gaithersburg, MD?
Gaithersburg, MD private schools are approximately 50% minority students, which is higher than the Maryland private school average of 38%.
What percentage of students in Gaithersburg, MD go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Gaithersburg, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Gaithersburg, MD?
32% of private schools in Gaithersburg, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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