The Heights 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 Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 3-12
- Students: 536 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The Heights School places among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other religious school association(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 3-12 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 536 students |
| Student Body Type | All-boys |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 32% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 62 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
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