Seneca Academy Photo - We believe time spent outdoors, both structured and unstructured, is fundamental to children's well-being and academic engagement. Students spend time outside on our 6.5-acre campus each day in all kinds of weather!

Best Germantown Private Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 1,119 students in Germantown, MD.
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Germantown, MD include Mary Of Nazareth School and Butler Montessori.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Maryland private elementary school average acceptance rate of 80%.
40% of private elementary schools in Germantown, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Germantown Private Elementary Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Seneca Academy
Seneca Academy Photo - We believe time spent outdoors, both structured and unstructured, is fundamental to children's well-being and academic engagement. Students spend time outside on our 6.5-acre campus each day in all kinds of weather!
(8)
15601 Germantown Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 869-3728
Gr: NS-5 | 133 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Butler Montessori
Butler Montessori Photo - Upper Elementary students are typically 9-12 years of age and are continuing to develop their social awareness as they begin their pre-adolescent phase.
Montessori School
(9)
15951 Germantown Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 977-6600
Gr: NS-12 | 228 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mary Of Nazareth School
(Catholic)
(5)
14131 Seneca Road
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 869-0940
Gr: PK-8 | 490 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Fellowship Christian School
Fellowship Christian School Photo - A light on a hill...
(Christian)
18901 Waring Station Rd.
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 540-3110
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Optimal Learning School
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
213011 Seneca Crossing Dr
Germantown, MD 20876
(301) 972-9405
Gr: PK-1 | 40 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Germantown, Maryland

Germantown, Maryland Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Covenant Christian School (Closed 2013)
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
18901 Waring Station Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 444-0250
Gr: K | 86 students
19901 Germantown Road
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 903-8600
Gr: PK-K | 15 students
13230 Cloppers Mill Dr.
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 515-0888
Gr: NS-PK

Overview

This Town (Germantown)
This State (MD)
# Schools
5 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,119 Students
110,572 Students
% Average Students of Color
55%
37%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
82 Teachers
11,991 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
9:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
57%
Average Class Size
22 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
8 courses
12 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,325
$16,023
Average Summer Program Cost
$1,163
$1,160
Average % on Financial Aid
15%
33%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,200
$6,268
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
80%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.76
0.63
# American Indian Students
n/a
274 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
119 Students
3,913 Students
% Asian Students
11%
4%
# Hispanic Students
138 Students
4,638 Students
% Hispanic Students
12%
4%
# Black Students
95 Students
19,034 Students
% Black Students
9%
17%
# White Students
371 Students
60,991 Students
% White Students
33%
55%
# Hawaiian Students
34 Students
494 Students
% Hawaiian Students
3%
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
362 Students
21,703 Students
% of Others Students
32%
20%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
5 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private elementary schools in Germantown, MD?
The top-ranked private elementary schools in Germantown, MD include Mary Of Nazareth School and Butler Montessori.
How many private elementary schools are located in Germantown?
5 private elementary schools are located in Germantown.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Germantown?
Germantown private elementary schools are approximately 55% minority students, which is higher than the Maryland private school average of 37%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Germantown?
40% of private elementary schools in Germantown are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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