Oldfields School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: 8-12
Enrollment: 35 students
Yearly Tuition: $31,000
Acceptance rate: 70%
Average class size: 5 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Oldfields School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Coalition of Girls
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
Association of Independent Maryland And DC Schools (JAIMS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 8-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Oldfields School
8	5
9	10
10	10
11	5
12	5

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia, Language-based, Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1867

Campus Size

140 acres

Student Body

Total Students

35 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

64%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

5 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$31,000

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Tuition Notes

3,5,7 day boarding available

% on Financial Aid

45%

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Elizabeth Parr

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BadmintonBasketball

DanceEquestrian

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

28 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Asian Culture ClubBaltimore Girls' School Leadership Coalition

Becoming Globally AwareBlack Awareness Club

Diversity CommitteeGay Straight Alliance

Green School CommitteeLibrary Proctors

Model UNOne Love

Peer TutorsPowered by Speech

School Judiciary BoardSemi-Formal

STEMStudent Ambassadors

Student CouncilYearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

Art and DesignDream Catchers (K-Pop Dance Troupe)

Dubious Dozen (a cappella)Images (a cappella)

Oldfields Dance CompanyPlaymakers

Theatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:

DanceFitness & Conditioning

Yoga

School Notes

Founded in 1867, our independent all-girls boarding and day school for grades 8-12, is located in Maryland`s scenic horse country near the cultural centers of Washington DC, New York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore.
Oldfields School embraces each student's authentic self, educates through collaboration, and empowers students' voices. Here you will be seen, known, and heard.
As an intentionally small school of under 100 students provides the flexibility to create an immersive personalized learning experience that allows each student to achieve her goals in mind, body, and spirit, grow in confidence, and be exceptionally prepared for college and beyond.

School Motto: 'Courage, Humility, and Largeness of Heart'
School Mascot: Tiger

As an all-girls boarding school for 160years, we know that a single-sex education is life-changing. While outside influences attempt to define who a girl should be, Oldfields provides a place free from that pressure-- where students can focus on who they are and safely explore and grow into who they want to be. Here, girls lead everything. We believe in the power of teenage girls, and by the time they leave us, they believe in themselves.
Our intentionally small school means students are known and their voices are celebrated. Our 4:1 student to teacher ratio allows us to be flexible, creating unique immersive personalized academic opportunities. Our academic schedule allows breaks between classes for extra help, enrichment, or downtime, similar to a college schedule. With over 70% of the faculty living on campus, the guidance of trusted teachers and mentors extends well beyond the four walls of a classroom.
Oldfields signature programs included a renowned Riding Program; multiple experiential learning opportunities such as May Program and Winter Program; the Academic Strategies Program, the ARts Concentration Program and new this year, the Global Justice Program.
Oldfields offers sports as well as a variety of co-curricular activities such as yoga, fitness conditioning, and pilates. Our athletes learn teamwork, sportsmanship, personal commitment, attainable goal setting, and an appreciation for a lifetime of activity. As one of the first girls' schools to pioneer an athletic program in 1878, we have always valued the personal growth that athletics provides on and off the field.
All our students, boarding and day, domestic and international, cherish the family-like sense of warmth and welcoming that surrounds the Oldfields experience. We learn and live together, and share an unwavering caring for and kindness towards one another. We value individuality and encourage students to use their voice to help create the student experience. You are embraced as you are, because who you are "supposed" to be doesn`t exist here. The result is a shared, deep-rooted sense of belonging that makes our community a family and our campus a home.
At Oldfields, we know the college application process can be overwhelming, and that is why we are here to help every step of the way! College counseling is an in-depth, multi-year process that helps each student prepare for and find the college, university, gap year, or post-graduate career path that fits her best. Along with the college counselor, each Oldfields senior takes responsibility for her higher education plan.
Accreditations include the Association of Independent Maryland Schools, Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, National Coalition of Girls Schools, National Association of Independent Schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Oldfields School cost?

Oldfields School's tuition is approximately $31,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Oldfields School?

The acceptance rate of Oldfields School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Oldfields School offer?

Oldfields School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Dance, Equestrian, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Oldfields School's ranking?

Oldfields School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Oldfields School?

The application deadline for Oldfields School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 3/16/2012

We are so happy with our choice to send our daughter to Oldfields. She has blossomed into a beautiful young woman and her grades have improved immensely. It has been a success story for her. We visited many schools and right away we knew this was a good fit for her. The girls were friendly and the staff nurturing. The warm care from the staff has continued throughout the year. I loved working with the Director of Boarding Admission and knew she was a great role model for my daughter. I thought the Admission Office, Office of the Head of School had a direct approach and knew her students well. My daughter thought of her as grandmotherly and even goes up to hug her. Academically, my daughter is challenged and when she needs extra help, she knows she has several opportunities and sources to go to. I am so happy to see her interest in the sciences and she loves the hands on opportunities the school provides. As she puts it, "I really get it." She is mastering Spanish and loves her art class. We are so proud of her accomplishments academically and discovering on how to be a beautiful young woman.

- Posted by Parent - tamyl

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The average private school tuition in Baltimore County, MD is $14,302 for elementary schools and $20,237 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Baltimore County, MD is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).