Muslim Community School/alim Academy serves 110 students in grades Prekindergarten-11.
The student:teacher of Muslim Community School/alim Academy is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Islamic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Muslim Community School/alim Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Muslim Community School/alim Academy often compared to?
Muslim Community School/alim Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Al-Huda School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Muslim Community School/alim Academy?
The acceptance rate of Muslim Community School/alim Academy is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
When is the application deadline for Muslim Community School/alim Academy?
The application deadline for Muslim Community School/alim Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Muslim Community School/alim Academy is St. Andrew's Episcopal School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Raphael School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Academy Child Development Center (0.5 miles away)
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(301) 299-8500
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(301) 299-8500
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(301) 365-6000
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(301) 576-2800
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 576-2800
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(301) 365-4300
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 365-4300
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Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 365-0955
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