St. Bartholomew Catholic School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 167 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,300
Acceptance rate: 50%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Bartholomew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Bartholomew Catholic School
Nursery	9
Pre-K	11
Kind	15
1	14
2	15
3	22
4	15
5	16
6	20
7	14
8	16

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Year Founded

1962

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

School Motto

Building Strong Minds, Hearts, and Character in Faith and Learning

Student Body

Total Students

167 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

43%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

17 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms Required.

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other religious school association(s)
Other school association(s)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,300

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Tuition Notes

Apply for tuition support through the Archdiocese of Washington or Maryland\'s BOOST program. Parish and school grants are available to families who qualify and apply.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,000

Acceptance Rate

50%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Neda Ghassabeh

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballLacrosse

Martial ArtsSoccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServersAmbassadors Club

ChessNewspaper Club

Robotics classesSafety Patrols

Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:

Band InstructionDrama Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CYO Sports

School Notes

A nationally recognized Blue Ribbon Catholic school for boys and girls in Pre-K 3 through eighth grade. With an impressive 9:1 student-to-teacher ratio, St. Bart`s offers a rigorous educational experience.
Graduates consistently place into the top 2 Catholic high schools of choice, many receiving merit-based scholarships and awards.

St. Bartholomew Catholic School has been developing life-long leaders grounded in faith, critical thinking, and service to others since 1963. We celebrate the individualism of each child in a nurturing community with a well-rounded program providing opportunities for every child to succeed and to lead.
Whether your child is passionate about the arts, athletics, technology, academics, or faith formation, he or she will be given the tools to discover his or her unique God-given gifts and will become confident, caring, young adults at the time of matriculation.
We believe a strong partnership between school and family is essential for the success of every child and are committed to communication, participation, and collaboration. We provide a safe and loving environment where your child will experience a challenging, standards-based academic curriculum while learning to become mindful, responsible citizens.
If the tenets of a St. Bart's education-- scholarship, faith, leadership, and sportsmanship-- resonate with you, we invite you to tour our vibrant Bethesda campus.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Bartholomew Catholic School cost?

St. Bartholomew Catholic School's tuition is approximately $14,300 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Bartholomew Catholic School?

The acceptance rate of St. Bartholomew Catholic School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. St. Bartholomew Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maryland with low acceptance rates.

What sports does St. Bartholomew Catholic School offer?

St. Bartholomew Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Martial Arts and Soccer.

What is St. Bartholomew Catholic School's ranking?

St. Bartholomew Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for St. Bartholomew Catholic School?

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

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Bethesda, MD is $33,796 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bethesda, MD is 66% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).