Established in 1933, Our Lady Star of the Sea School is a member of the Archdiocese of Washington and is a fully accredited, private Catholic school for PK-8th grade.
Located on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay in Solomons, we are a unique, family-oriented school where staff, students, and families form a supportive community.
We believe that through a solid Catholic education, which incorporates instruction, discipline, responsibility, respect, and Christian example, our students will have a strong foundation on which to build their lives.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Star Of The Sea School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Light blue tops/Navy or plaid bottoms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition Assistance available
Admissions Director
Amber Tamburri
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- Established in 1933, Our Lady Star of the Sea Schoolis a member of the Archdiocese of Washington and is a fully accredited, private Catholic school for PK-8th grade. Located on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay in Solomons, we are a unique, family-oriented school wherestaff, students, and families form a supportive community.We believe that through a solid Catholic education, which incorporates instruction, discipline, responsibility, respect, and Christian example, our students will have a strong foundation on which to build their lives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Star Of The Sea School cost?
Our Lady Star Of The Sea School's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.
What schools are Our Lady Star Of The Sea School often compared to?
Our Lady Star Of The Sea School is often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Hickey Academy, The Calverton School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Our Lady Star Of The Sea School offer?
Our Lady Star Of The Sea School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is Our Lady Star Of The Sea School's ranking?
Our Lady Star Of The Sea School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Star Of The Sea School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Star Of The Sea School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
It's a Catholic school, so you know they suffer from lack of funding to make it the prettiest and have the best facilities in the county...but it's what's inside the classroom that counts. We''ve been to "the best" and are sorry we didn't follow our gut and go with OLSS to begin with. You know what you have to pay for going in...no surprises! It's about the education and not the dollar. The feeling of community is genuine and not fake. The teachers ... I can't say enough about them. They are tough because they expect performance and that's what I love. My children rave about the games they play at PE and the teacher LOVES her job! In fact, going in to OLSS, PE was a least favorite class but now its #1 for my kiddos. The Music and Art teams leave me breathless with their performances and art that's displayed about the county. The children go on several field trips each year. All children participate in weekly Childrens Mass and each grade will take a week to do the readings, music and such. OLSS is surrounded by science! If your child loves science, they will love OLSS.
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