Calvert School is dedicated to educating boys and girls through its time-tested method of teaching and its rigorous curriculum. Particular emphasis is given to mastering essential skills, inspiring a lifelong love of learning, and instilling enthusiasm, responsibility and self-discipline.
Calvert seeks to develop students of high academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and strong moral character within a supportive and diverse community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 9
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Calvert School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1897
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
432 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
71%
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 9
Tuition Notes
Graduated tuition which is bundled. Tuition includes lunch, books, supplies, etc.
% on Financial Aid
34%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
Admissions Director
Nicole H. Webster
Admissions Associate
Muffy Fenwick '87
Sports
Total Sports Offered
16 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Coed; Kindergarten through Eighth Grade
- Located in Tuscany-Canterbury, a residential neighborhood in Baltimore City just north of Johns Hopkins University and south of Loyola College, accessible from Charles Street and I-83.
- 13-acre campus is comprised of Lower and Middle school facilities
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Calvert School offer?
Calvert School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Calvert School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
What is Calvert School's ranking?
Calvert School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Calvert School?
The application deadline for Calvert School is Jan. 9.
In what neighborhood is Calvert School located?
Calvert School is located in the Tuscany Canterbury neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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