The Benedictine School

The Benedictine School is a co-ed day and residential school for individuals ages 5-21 with intellectual disabilities, autism and multiple disabilities.
Selected in 2011 as a"School of Excellence" by the National Association of Special Education Teachers, we supplement our comprehensive and well-intergrated educational and residential program with special services, including:psychological, social work, counseling, behavior management, vocational/transitional, speech/language, assistive technology, occupational/physical therapy, 24 hour nursing, medication management, library/media, art, computer training/lab, adaptive physical education, aquatics, home economics, and leisure education and training.
We address the needs of the "whole person" to maximize vocational and community living independence and to develop a contributing member of society.

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The Benedictine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1959
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Sep 14, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 38%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
98%
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
khaki pants, Benedictine School shirt

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
varies per yr. and per services
Admissions Director
Hon Yin Eubanks
Admissions Associate
Gail Newell
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
photography club

School Notes

  • see our website at www.benschool.org
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Benedictine School often compared to?
The Benedictine School is often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore Lab School by visitors of our site.
What sports does The Benedictine School offer?
The Benedictine School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Swimming.
What is The Benedictine School's ranking?
The Benedictine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for The Benedictine School?
The application deadline for The Benedictine School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Maryland is $16,384 for elementary schools and $20,633 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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