St. Peter's Christian Day School offers ourstudentstheopportunitytolearnand grow in aChrist-centeredcaringenvironment. Ourstaffiscommitted to knowingeach child asanindividual so thatourboysand girls will getanappropriatewell-roundedacademicandreligious education.
Allstaffmembers atSt.Peter'sChristianDay School are Christians whobelievein thevalue of aChristianeducation.By instruction as wellasbyexample, staffmembersdemonstratedaily what it meanstolivebyGodslaw.
Our studentsthuslearn what it means to beaChristiannotonly throughdailyreligious instruction but alsobyobservinghowthe adults inourschool function as caring membersofourschoolcommunity.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,190
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Peters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki or navy blue pants, shorts, jumpers (for girls); white, navy or light blue Polo shirts; brown or black belt; brown or black shoes. Uniform items can be purchased at local retail stores or through Lands End (for school logo).
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition for Prek is $5.690. Tuition for K-5th is $5,190.
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band (grades 4-5), Choir/Chorus (grades 3-5), Piano (grades PK-3)
Band (grades 4-5), Choir/Chorus (grades 3-5), Piano (grades PK-3)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Peters Elementary School cost?
St. Peters Elementary School's tuition is approximately $5,190 for private students.
What is St. Peters Elementary School's ranking?
St. Peters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Peters Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Peters Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/27/2023
This school has been wonderful. We came for in-session school during covid and have been there since. The Small classes are great. I Highly recommend this school.
5 2/21/2022
We came to St. Peter's after homeschooling for Kindergarten. Both my son and I love this school! All the teachers and staff are very caring. My son loves going to school each day and looks forward to seeing the new friends he has made. I highly recommend this school, it is a great community to be a part of.
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