Rochambeau, The French International School offers a bicultural and bilingual education to internationally-minded students starting from age 2 through 12th grade.
Our academic program is based on the French National Curriculum, a comprehensive world recognized educational program, with a strong English component.
A French Immersion program is offered in Lower school (Pre-K to 3rd grade) for children from non-francophone families who want their children to become fully bilingual or multilingual.
With both a US diploma and a French Baccalaureat (or OIB, the bilingual option of the French Baccalureat), Rochambeau graduates can choose to continue their education in the US, Canada, the UK, France or anywhere in the world. Over 60% of our students pursue higher education outside of France.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked MD School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Rochambeau-the French Intl School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
1,155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 36%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Advanced Courses
Calculus, English literature, US History
Average SAT score
1290
Average ACT score
24
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform only required for school outings or events
Uniform only required for school outings or events
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Valerie Meriot-Burn
Admissions Associate
Agnes Finucan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Community Service Projects, Dance Club, Model United Nations, Newsletter, Technology Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Music Club, Theater Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong Club
Community Service Projects, Dance Club, Model United Nations, Newsletter, Technology Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Chorus, Music Club, Theater Program
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong Club
School Notes
- A French Immersion program is offered for non-French speakers up to 3rd grade, French as a foreign language for students with limited French in 4th and 5th grade. For admissions in 6th through 12th grade, students must be able to demonstrate age-appropriate understanding and linguistic competence in French.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Rochambeau-the French Intl School offer?
Rochambeau-the French Intl School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Swimming and Volleyball.
What is Rochambeau-the French Intl School's ranking?
Rochambeau-the French Intl School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest average SAT score and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Rochambeau-the French Intl School?
The application deadline for Rochambeau-the French Intl School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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