Sandy Spring Friends School Photo - Men's Varsity Soccer Tournament victory

Best 20860 Maryland Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 private school serving 374 students in 20860, MD (there are 2 public schools, serving 2,213 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 20860, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in 20860, MD is Sandy Spring Friends School.
100% of private schools in 20860, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Friends).

Top Ranked 20860 Maryland Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
16923 Norwood Road
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(301) 774-7455
Gr: PK-12 | 374 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 20860, MD?
The top ranked private schools in 20860, MD is Sandy Spring Friends School.
How many private schools are located in 20860?
1 private schools are located in 20860.
What percentage of students in 20860 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 20860 are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 20860?
100% of private schools in 20860 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Friends).

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