21158 Maryland Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 406 students in 21158, MD (there are 2 public schools, serving 1,189 public students). 25% of all K-12 students in 21158, MD are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 21158, MD include Carroll Lutheran School and Montessori School Of Westminster.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Maryland private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
33% of private schools in 21158, MD are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 21158 Maryland Private Schools (2026-27)

Carroll Lutheran School Photo
Gr: K-8 | 87 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
1738 Old Taneytown Rd
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 848-1050
(2)
Montessori School Of Westminster Photo
Gr: PK-9 | 165 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Montessori School
1055 Montessori Drive
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 848-6283
(2)
North Carroll Community School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 154 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 1
401 Stone Road
Westminster, MD 21158
(410) 386-0655
(2)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 21158, MD?
The top ranked private schools in 21158, MD include Carroll Lutheran School and Montessori School Of Westminster.
How many private schools are located in 21158?
3 private schools are located in 21158.
What percentage of students in 21158 go to private school?
25% of all K-12 students in 21158 are educated in private schools (compared to the MD state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 21158?
33% of private schools in 21158 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).

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