School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 322 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,550
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 13 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen
Pre-K	9
Kind	35
1	27
2	29
3	44
4	49
5	39
6	26
7	22
8	32
Ungraded	10

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Dyslexia

Year Founded

1871

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2014

Student Body

Total Students

322 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

18 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Please see our website for the full details on the uniform policy

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 13 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,550

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Tuition Notes

The School of the Cathedral offers a tuition discount to parishioners of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. The parishioner rate is $11,650 per child.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Julie Bacso

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballLacrosse

Soccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubMiddle School Musical

Running Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Band

School Notes

Mission Statement: To foster our students` spiritual strength in the Catholic faith and to challenge them to achieve academic excellence.
Vision Statement: The School of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen is a Catholic parish school that celebrates the rich historical traditions of the past, works collaboratively with parents to invest in the present, and builds for the future.
We offer students a rigorous, well-rounded education steeped in a Christ-centered environment to meet the challenges and leadership needs of an evolving world.

The School of the Cathedral, a Blue Ribbon School, offers a strong foundation inspiritual strength,academic excellence, and21st-century learning. Located in the academic corridor of the Homeland/Roland Park area of Baltimore, Maryland, Cathedral educates students inkindergartenthrougheighth grade. Students begin their academic journey with a traditionalCatholic education- developing their social skills, reading and writing principles, math, and science.Beginning in third grade we reduce the educational scaffolding supporting the students as theygrow in independence. Students complete their academic journey in middle school where theyserve as leadersin the school as student ambassadors, liturgical leaders, mentors,and service project organizers. Cathedral students score in thetop quartile percentage on national standardized tests. Our standards-based curriculum is developed using the guidelines from theArchdiocese of Baltimore, as well as additional resources to ensure our students` success.

To enhance our students` education,technologyis incorporated intoevery class. Every Middle School student receives a Chromebook, and every Lower School student has access to an iPad. Teachers use these tools, along with Google Classroom, to create a rigorous educational experience. A contemporary K-8science lab,electronic whiteboards in every classroom, and someflexible seatingoptions, and ensure our students are ready to meet the academic challenges they will face in high school.

As a Catholic Parish School, we attend to our students' spiritual needs throughweekly Liturgies,religion class,sacrament prep, andservice projects. Our unique three-yearsocial justice programin middle school is marked with a capstone project in 8th grade where students create a TED-style talk on social justice and present it to the community.Faithis woven into every student`s education at the School of the Cathedral in a way that ensures students will"act justly, love tenderly, and walk humbly with your God,"as they read from Micah 6:8 every day at the end of the announcements.

Graduates of Cathedral have experienced a foundation of academic excellence and spiritual strength, to prepare them to meet the leadership needs of an evolving world.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen cost?

School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen's tuition is approximately $13,550 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen?

The acceptance rate of School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen offer?

School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Lacrosse and Soccer.

What is School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen's ranking?

School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen?

The application deadline for School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen is Dec. 13 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 13 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen located?

School Of The Cathedral Mary Our Queen is located in the Wyndhurst neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 2 other private schools located in Wyndhurst.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Baltimore, MD is $15,701 for elementary schools and $22,189 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Baltimore, MD is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).