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St. Timothy's School

5.00 (1 review)
8400 Greenspring Avenue Stevenson, MD 21153
Tel: (410) 486-7401
www.stt.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 175 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $69,900
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Timothy's School Photo #1 - Completed in 2012, Dixon Hall is our state-of-the-art academic building. The technology-rich facility features the Taft Lecture Hall, the Coleman World Languages and Cultures Center, and a Center for Learning and Teaching.
St. Timothy's School Photo #2 - The Hamilton-Ireland Equestrian Center, located on the school's campus, includes a 24-stall barn, indoor riding arena, outdoor sand arena, double-fenced turnout paddocks, four fenced 10-acre fields with run-in sheds, and wooded trails.
St. Timothy's School Photo #3 - The Commons is equal parts living room and dining room. The newest building on campus, the Commons is a gathering space that houses the dining hall and the new Redlands Cafe.
St. Timothy's School Photo #4 - Dedicated in 2012, the Grass Family Turf Field is a FIFA II/quality synthetic field with 100% organic infill. It is the home field for St. Timothy's field hockey, lacrosse, and soccer teams.
St. Timothy's School Photo #5 - A St. Timothy's education reflects the increasingly globalized, interconnected society in which we live, giving students a world perspective in mathematics, the sciences, social sciences, languages, literature, technology and the arts.
St. Timothy's School Photo #6 - The Redlands Farm at St. Timothy's School is designed to serve as an on-site sustainable farming operation dedicated to growing produce for the campus dining program and supporting experiential learning opportunities for students.
St. Timothy's School Photo #7 - The Brownie-Spider basketball court, built in 2012, is the site of the annual Brownie-Spider basketball game, a beloved tradition that dates back more than 120 years.
St. Timothy's School Photo #8 - At St. Timothy's, art is fundamental to your student experience as a form of communication, as a form of creative expression, and as a way to help you better understand yourself and the world around you.
St. Timothy's School Photo #9 - St. Timothy's Dance program offers students the opportunity to explore and continue their progress in a variety of dance techniques, from ballet to tap to modern, regardless of skill level.
St. Timothy's School Photo #10 - St. Timothy's School choir, the "Moongates," sings a wide variety of literature, including folk, classical, and multicultural. The Moongates perform in Chapel each week, as well as at Convocation, Commencement, our annual holiday concert - Lessons and Carols - and other events both on and off campus.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 175 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $69,900
  • Acceptance rate: 65%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Timothy's 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
Sports offered
Most sports offered
Extra-curric.
Most extracurriculars offered
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Episcopal
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeSt. Timothy's School
943
1042
1147
1243
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Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia / Language-based or Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1832
Campus Size
145 acres
School Motto
Verite Sans Peur (Truth Without Fear)

Student Body

Total Students
175 students
Student Body Type
All-girls
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
87%
Average Class Size
12 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
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Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
IB Biology IB Chemistry
IB Economics IB English
IB French IB Geography
IB Physics IB Spanish
IB Studio Art IB Theatre
IB World HistoryIB Maths
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
International Baccalaureate World School (IB)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$69,900
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Tuition Notes
Day Tuition $39,900 Boarding $69,900
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$20,000
Acceptance Rate
65%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Linda Cohen
Admissions Associate
Caroline Eagleton
Application URL
Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Activities Programming Board (APB)Baltimore Girls School Leadership Coalition
Black Awareness Club (BAC)Choir
Environmental ClubEquestrian Club
Film ClubFuture Alumni Leadership Club
Global Issues Network (GIN)Green School
Hand Bell ChoirInterfaith Club
International ClubMath Club
Model United NationsMoongates (Acapella)
Peer TutorsPrefects
Self Government AssociationShalom Club
Social Services ClubSTEM
Student AmbassadorsThe Steward - Yearbook
Unity ClubVisual Arts Club

School Notes

  • St. Timothy's School is a private, all-girls boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 located in Stevenson, MD, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (DP) and Middle Years Program (MYP). St. Timothy's girls develop the habits of mind that make them fearless in their pursuit of knowledge and become independent problem solvers.
  • The International Baccalaureate Diploma program is valued and recognized by the nation's best and most interesting colleges and universities and beyond. And on a campus named by Architectural Digest as among the nation`s 50 most beautiful private high schools, day and boarding students share the resources of a true 24/7 living and learning community.
  • The school's residential structure enables faculty to support students in their personal, social, and intellectual development. Boarding and day students as well as our parents, alumnae, and friends appreciate the individual attention, the community atmosphere, the spiritual richness, and the high standards that characterize the St. Timothy's experience.
  • The academic program fosters excellence in all disciplines within the liberal arts tradition. Faculty members guide students in mastering skills, acquiring knowledge, and thinking critically, creatively and independently. The School strives to help girls achieve their potential not only intellectually, but also artistically, athletically, and morally, so that they may lead responsible and fulfilling lives.
  • St. Timothy's School is committed to establishing a community that encourages people of diverse backgrounds and beliefs to understand and respect one another and to be sensitive to differences. In its programs, the School seeks to promote a balance of leadership, cooperation, and service, together with a deeper awareness of the global community and the natural world. Each member of our tight-knit community students, faculty, and staff alike has special talents and gifts that help fulfill the mission of the School.
  • Through the school`s signature program, Winterim, students engage in opportunities to apply their knowledge and love of inquiry in some of the world's leading organizations, such as the World Bank, the Council on Foreign Relations, the Brookings Institution, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the New York Botanical Gardens, and the Museum of Modern Art.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Liz Claiborne - Fashion Designer
    • Edie Sedgwick - Socialite, actress, model, and 'It' girl of 1965
    • Mary Pillsbury Lord - Former U.S. delegate to the United Nations General Assembly
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Timothy's School cost?
St. Timothy's School's tuition is approximately $69,900 for private students.
What schools are St. Timothy's School often compared to?
St. Timothy's School is often viewed alongside schools like Garrison Forest School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Timothy's School?
The acceptance rate of St. Timothy's School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. St. Timothy's School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maryland with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from St. Timothy's School?
St. Timothy's School famous alumni include: Liz Claiborne, Edie Sedgwick and Mary Pillsbury Lord.
What sports does St. Timothy's School offer?
St. Timothy's School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Ballet, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Timothy's School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
What is St. Timothy's School's ranking?
St. Timothy's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Timothy's School?
The application deadline for St. Timothy's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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