Worcester Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Worcester Preparatory School is a college prep day school for students in Pre-K through grade 12.
Located in Berlin, Maryland, Worcester Prep attracts students from Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia.
The school has earned a reputation as an academic leader, but the value of a Worcester Prep education reaches beyond what`s learned in the classroom.
Worcester Prep also instills social and emotional skills.
Students learn that empathy, confidence, and perseverance in the face of challenges are as important to success as mastering mathematics, writing an essay, or learning to code.
Worcester Prep is warm and supportive, a close-knit community where teachers know every student on a personal level and parents know their children will be nurtured as well as challenged.
The combination of academic excellence, character development, and personal encouragement helps students succeed not only at Worcester Prep, but also at colleges nationwide and in careers in every field.
It`s this preparation for a fulfilling, happy life that makes Worcester Preparatory School worth it.
Worth the extra effort from students to reach a bar that`s been set high.
Worth the heartfelt commitment from teachers to unlock the potential in every child.
Worth the investment from families who want their children to become their best selves.
For more information and to schedule your visit, contact Director of Admissions Tara Becker at [email protected] or 410-641-3575.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked MD School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 497 students
Yearly Tuition: $18,715
Acceptance rate: 75%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Worcester Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Worcester Preparatory School
Pre-K	20
Kind	25
1	34
2	28
3	36
4	26
5	37
6	37
7	40
8	41
9	40
10	42
11	44
12	47

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Grade 12 enrollment highest with 47 students, the most of any grade at Worcester Preparatory School.

Year Founded

1970

Student Body

Total Students

497 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

62 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

56%

Average Class Size

16 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Number of AP Courses

9 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AB Calculus BCAP Biology

AP Calculus ABAP Chemistry

AP Computer ScienceAP English Composition

AP English LiteratureAP French IV

AP PhysicsAP U. S. History

Honors Spanish IV

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)
Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS-MDDC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$18,715

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Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Tara Becker

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountryField Hockey

GolfLacrosse

SoccerTennis

Volleyball

School Mascot

Fighting Mallards

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Chess ClubCum Laude Society

Environmental.Recycling ClubInternational Thespian Society

National Art Honor SocietyNational French Honor Society

National Honor Society (NHS)National Spanish Honor Society

Student Government Association (SGA)

School Notes

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Christian Coates, Harvard University -
- Chase Harmon, Stanford University -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Worcester Preparatory School cost?

Worcester Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $18,715 for private students.

What schools are Worcester Preparatory School often compared to?

Worcester Preparatory School is often viewed alongside schools like Seaside Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Worcester Preparatory School?

The acceptance rate of Worcester Preparatory School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.

Who are famous alumni from Worcester Preparatory School?

Worcester Preparatory School famous alumni include: Christian Coates, Harvard University and Chase Harmon, Stanford University.

What sports does Worcester Preparatory School offer?

Worcester Preparatory School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Worcester Preparatory School's ranking?

Worcester Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Worcester Preparatory School?

The application deadline for Worcester Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Maryland is $16,044 for elementary schools and $20,829 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Maryland is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).