Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
The Heights School
About the School
- The Heights School is a private, independent, preparatory school for boys, grades three to twelve.
- The school assists parents in the intellectual, moral, physical, and spiritual education of their sons.
- Dedicated teachers impart rigorous academic training in all the major areas of the liberal arts.
- Formation in virtue fosters respect for every person, a desire to serve God and others, and an optimistic attitude towards life's challenges.
- The school's Christian orientation and spiritual formation are entrusted to Opus Dei, a Personal Prelature of the Catholic Church.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
The Heights School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
AP Courses
School Facts
Student Body
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
27 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Sports
Colors
White, Red, Gold
School Mascot
Cavalier
School Notes
- The Heights School is a private, independent, preparatory school for boys, grades three to twelve. The school assists parents in the intellectual, moral, physical, and spiritual education of their sons. Dedicated teachers impart rigorous academic training in all the major areas of the liberal arts. Formation in virtue fosters respect for every person, a desire to serve God and others, and an optimistic attitude towards life's challenges. The school's Christian orientation and spiritual formation are entrusted to Opus Dei, a Personal Prelature of the Catholic Church.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of The Heights School?
The acceptance rate of The Heights School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. The Heights School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maryland with low acceptance rates.
What is The Heights School's ranking?
The Heights School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for The Heights School?
The application deadline for The Heights School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the The Heights School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break Begins
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Last day to make a 2026 tax-deductible gift to the Crescite Fund
December 31, 2026 (Thursday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
Last day to make a gift to the 2026-2027 Crescite Fund
June 30, 2027 (Wednesday)
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All-boys
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(301) 320-1067
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Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 30
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(301) 493-5000
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Gr: PK-12 | 421 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 19
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Gr: K-12 | 194 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
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(301) 963-8022
Distance: 2.2 mi
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Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 21
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(301) 320-1067
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Gr: PK-12 | 421 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
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