Holy Redeemer Catholic Elementary School Photo

Best Kensington Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 1,203 students in Kensington, MD.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Kensington, MD include Brookewood School, Holy Redeemer School Kensington, and Holy Redeemer Catholic Elementary School.
The average acceptance rate is 76%, which is lower than the Maryland private elementary school average acceptance rate of 78%.
80% of private elementary schools in Kensington, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

Top Ranked Kensington Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Brookewood School
Brookewood School Photo - All grade school provides a lasting sisterhood and the ability to mentor others.
All-girls (Catholic)
(11)
10401 Armory Ave
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 949-7997
Gr: K-12 | 228 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
9715 Summit Ave.
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 942-3701
Gr: PK-8 | 435 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Holy Redeemer School Kensington
(Catholic)
9715 Summit Ave
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 942-3701
Gr: PK-8 | 395 students Tuition listed
Crossway Community Montessori School
Montessori School
3015 Upton Drive
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 942-7457
Gr: PK-3 | 48 students Avg. class size: 15 students
Grace Episcopal Day School
Grace Episcopal Day School Photo
(Episcopal)
(5)
9411 Connecticut Avenue
Kensington, MD 20895
(240) 292-5237
Gr: NS-5 | 97 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Kensington, MD?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Kensington, MD include Brookewood School, Holy Redeemer School Kensington, and Holy Redeemer Catholic Elementary School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Kensington?
5 private elementary schools are located in Kensington.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Kensington?
Kensington private elementary schools are approximately 22% minority students, which is lower than the Maryland private school average of 37%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Kensington?
80% of private elementary schools in Kensington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Episcopal).

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