20906 Maryland Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 597 students in 20906, MD (there are 11 public schools, serving 8,861 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 20906, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 20906, MD include Barrie School and Oak Chapel School.
The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
50% of private schools in 20906, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 20906 Maryland Private Schools (2026-27)

Barrie School Photo
Gr: PK-12 | 421 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 19
Montessori School
13500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 576-2800
(4)
Map of Oak Chapel School
Gr: PK-8 | 93 students
Christian
14500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 598-7249
(1)
Map of Faith Arts Academy
Gr: NS-6 | 53 students
Christian
13618 Layhill Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 438-2012
The Winchester School Photo
Gr: PK-2 | 30 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
3223 Bel Pre Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 598-2266
(2)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 20906, MD?
The top ranked private schools in 20906, MD include Barrie School and Oak Chapel School.
How many private schools are located in 20906?
4 private schools are located in 20906.
What percentage of students in 20906 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 20906 are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 20906?
50% of private schools in 20906 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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