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Roland Park Country School

5.00 (1 review)
5204 Roland Avenue Baltimore, MD 21210
Tel: (410) 323-5500
www.rpcs.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 620 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,900
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Roland Park Country School Photo #1 - What makes RPCS such an empowering school? The unique relationships created between students from K-12. From our kindergarten and 1st graders being paired and performing with our Upper School singing and dancing groups, to Upper School STEM classes hosting probability carnivals for Lower School, or Middle School students speaking to Lower School, we treasure and nurture these bonds.
Roland Park Country School Photo #2 - Every year, our 7th graders participate in a service day. They go out into the community and help wherever they are needed. Options include soup kitchens, urban farms, senior homes, non-profits, parks and more. At RPCS, we are proud to give back to our community.
Roland Park Country School Photo #3 - Did you know that RPCS offers over 50 clubs and organizations in our Upper School? Every fall we offer a Club Fair to introduce our students to all of the options available to them to pursue their passions.
Roland Park Country School Photo #4 - Dodgeball is a beloved tradition in our Upper School where each grade competes against one another in an epic battle to see who comes on top.
Roland Park Country School Photo #5 - The 1st grade poetry festival is a beautiful end of the year culmination of multiple co-curricular projects the girls have done throughout the year. From unique artwork to research projects and a performance where the girls recite poems to their families, this is a treasured example of the academic achievements we promote.
Roland Park Country School Photo #6 - The Performing Arts program at Roland Park Country School seeks to empower each student with confidence and grace. We treasure, protect and nurture the innate artist in all of our students, while encouraging them to challenge themselves through individual and ensemble explorations in dance, music and theater.
Roland Park Country School Photo #7 - Our annual 2nd grade marketplace is a huge hit! The second grade class pitches product ideas to our CFO, creates loan applications, markets their product, and then sells it during the marketplace where the entire school, K-12 comes to purchase items!
Roland Park Country School Photo #8 - Every year, the Lower School takes a week solely dedicated to STEAM. Every class integrates a STEAM project into the curriculum based on the year's theme. The week includes guest speakers, a Family STEAM Night, experiments, field trips, outside adventures, and projects.
Roland Park Country School Photo #9 - RPCS offers 15 Varsity sports, including crew, volleyball, basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, basketball, golf and more. We offer 10 organized sports in Middle School, including basketball, squash, soccer, track & field, and more.
Roland Park Country School Photo #10 - Our Middle School always takes time in the beginning of the year to welcome new students with a special spirited day and inclusion into either the red or white teams! Every student at RPCS is separated into one of these teams, which encourages camaraderie and spirit throughout their academic career.
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About the School

  • RPCS celebrates the multifaceted nature of academic excellence.
  • Our students are provided resources to follow their curiosities, pursue their passions, and challenge themselves to excel in an academically rigorous environment.
  • Our students possess a varied range of talents, and their education reflects that diversity.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 620 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $41,900
  • Acceptance rate: 25%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Rankings

Roland Park Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Lowest average acceptance rates
Advanced Degrees
Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
Student Body
Largest student body
AP Courses
Most AP courses offered
Sports offered
Most sports offered
School History
Oldest founding date
School Resources
Largest endowments

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Coalition of Girls
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeRoland Park Country School
Nursery41
Pre-K36
Kind12
123
233
318
424
518
630
747
835
987
1071
1158
1287
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ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1894
School Calendar
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Campus Size
24 acres

Student Body

Total Students
620 students
Student Body Type
All-girls
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
26 courses
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
2D Art & Design3D Art & Design
Art HistoryBiology
Calculus ABCalculus BC
ChemistryChinese
Comparative Government and PoliticsComputer Science
Computer Science PrinciplesEconomics
English LiteratureEnvironmental Science
European HistoryFrench Language
Latin VergilPhotography
PhysicsPsychology
Spanish LanguageStatistics
US Government and PoliticsUS History
World History
Average SAT score
1250
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$41,900
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Tuition Notes
K-12 Kindergarten: $32,500 Grade 1: $35,500 Grades 2 - 4: $38,900 Grades 5 - 8: $39,900 Grades 9 - 12: $41,900 Little Reds Infants & Toddlers (infant-2 years) School Year $32,300 12 Months $38,000 Little Reds Preschool (2 - 4 years) School Year $27,500 12 Months $33,150
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$17,135
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Annie Morse
Admissions Associate
Molly Fitzgerald
Application URL
Online Application
Endowment Size
$50 million

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Athletic Association (AA)Community Service Association (CSA)
Fine Arts Association (FAA)Honor Board
Red Key AmbassadorsStudent Diversity Association (SDA)
Student Government Association (SGA)Student Wellness Organization (SWO)


Arts and Music Programs:
Roses Repertory Dance Company (Roses)Semiquavers (Semis)
Somettos

School Notes

  • At Roland Park Country School, we believe that young women who build each other up will thrive.
  • As an independent school in Baltimore for girls in grades K-12, our all-girls culture is rooted in the notion that female empowerment begins with young women empowering each other.
  • Our students build courage and confidence in an environment where female leadership across all areas of study is the norm, not the exception.
  • Our girls build a solid network here and constantly show up for each other and celebrate each other`s successes.
  • School Motto: Find your path at RPCS
  • School Mascot: Pepper The Bear
  • RPCS celebrates the multifaceted nature of academic excellence. Our students are provided resources to follow their curiosities, pursue their passions, and challenge themselves to excel in an academically rigorous environment. Our students possess a varied range of talents, and their education reflects that diversity.
  • At Roland Park Country School, we believe that young women who build each other up will thrive. As an independent school in Baltimore for girls in grades K-12, our all-girls culture is rooted in the notion that female empowerment begins with young women empowering each other. This enables our students to build courage and confidence in an environment where female leadership across all areas of study is the norm, not the exception. Our girls build a solid network here and constantly show up for each other and celebrate each other`s successes.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Adena Friedman - President of Nasdaq
    • Virginia Hall - World War II spy
    • Jenny Slingluff Levy - Head Coach, Women's Lacrosse, University of North Carolina
    • Nikki Ari Parker - Actress
Source: Verified school update
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Roland Park Country School cost?
Roland Park Country School's tuition is approximately $41,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Roland Park Country School?
The acceptance rate of Roland Park Country School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Roland Park Country School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maryland with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Roland Park Country School?
Roland Park Country School famous alumni include: Adena Friedman, Virginia Hall, Jenny Slingluff Levy and Nikki Ari Parker.
What sports does Roland Park Country School offer?
Roland Park Country School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Ballet, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Cycling, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Winter Track. Roland Park Country School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
What is Roland Park Country School's ranking?
Roland Park Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Roland Park Country School?
The application deadline for Roland Park Country School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Roland Park Country School located?
Roland Park Country School is located in the Roland Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other private schools located in Roland Park.

School Reviews

5  
The decision to send our daughter from a Jewish Day School to RPCS for Upper School was one of the best things we did for her. She went from there to Johns Hopkins University where she received an engineering degree and began her time there with nine credits in calculus and statistics. Additionally, the students there were uniformly happy and well adjusted.
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