The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus serves 55 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The student:teacher of The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Yearly Tuition: $44,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
8 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$44,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Growing the social and academic potential of bright students with social and communication challenges.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus cost?
The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus's tuition is approximately $44,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus?
The acceptance rate of The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maryland with low acceptance rates.
What is The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus's ranking?
The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus?
The application deadline for The Auburn School Silver Spring Campus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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