St. Anne's School of Annapolis vs. Key School
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School Overview
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St. Anne's School of Annapolis ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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Key School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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Overview
St. Anne's School of Annapolis invests in the intellectual and spiritual promise of each student in a community that values diversity and the dignity of every human being.
We challenge students to think critically and creatively, to know themselves as learners, and to govern their lives with confidence, compassion, and integrity.
Inspiring students Twos through Eighth Grade, we draw from an Episcopal tradition as an independent, co-educational school in the heart of Annapolis.
Inspiring Connections and Empathy Embodying Equity and Inclusion Empowering Extraordinary Educators Enacting Leadership
Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory program on our picturesque 15-acre campus located 4 miles from downtown Annapolis. Key's innovative approach to teaching and learning is what sets it apart from other independent schools. Key is renowned for its rigorous academic program, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary studies and a global perspective, but our students also experience meaningful connections, value and respect the differences of others, and have a positive outlook on learning and their future. A diverse, supportive, deliberately small community that values academic excellence and nurtures a love of learning and curiosity is what makes Key one of the most sought-after educations in Maryland.
25% scored 1430+ on the SATs; Class Average of 1304 (3-yr avg. 2021-2023)
Over 84% of graduates received merit scholarships to college (this does not include financial aid awards; 3-yr avg. 2021-2023)
42% will attend Research 1 Universities (3-yr avg. 2021-2023)
37% intend to pursue STEM-related studies including engineering, computer science, marine and environmental science, pre-health/vet, and architecture (3-yr avg. 2021-2023)
9% earned National Merit Scholarship Recognition (national avg. < 1%)
For a complete list of college acceptances and matriculations, please visit https://www.keyschool.org/program/college-advising https://www.instagram.com/thekeyschool/
Grades Offered
NS-8
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
No
Year Founded
1996
1958
Students Body
Total Students
320 students
650 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
27%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
53
38
Pre-K Students
30
28
Kindergarten Students
26
32
Grade 1 Students
29
34
Grade 2 Students
22
36
Grade 3 Students
27
36
Grade 4 Students
25
37
Grade 5 Students
22
45
Grade 6 Students
29
50
Grade 7 Students
30
52
Grade 8 Students
27
54
Grade 9 Students
-
54
Grade 10 Students
-
52
Grade 11 Students
-
52
Grade 12 Students
-
50
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
115 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
73%
76%
Average Class Size
13
16
Number of AP Classes
n/a
11
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:7
1:6
Average SAT score
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1310
Average ACT score
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29
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform for K-8 students; pants, shorts, or skirt and shirt)
(Uniform for K-8 students; pants, shorts, or skirt and shirt)
Casual
(Key does not subscribe to a formal dress code. Students are expected to make decisions that are consistent with the School values of respect, civility and responsibility and achieve a balance between individual choices and the needs of the community.)
(Key does not subscribe to a formal dress code. Students are expected to make decisions that are consistent with the School values of respect, civility and responsibility and achieve a balance between individual choices and the needs of the community.)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Dec. 16 / Jan. 6 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Program for Young Children, Half Day: $3,575–$12,700
Program for Young Children, Full Day: $5,550–$16,070Lower School (K–4th Grade): $17,665–$18,520Middle School (5–8th Grade): $19,125–$19,995
$10,305 to $22,645 - Key-Wee through Pre-K; $22,645 Kindergarten; $30,175 Grades 1-4; $33,390 Grades 5-8; $35,220 Grades 9-12
% on Financial Aid
40%
33%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$14,000
Acceptance Rate
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46%
Admissions Director
Haley DeMaria
Tom Rossini
Admissions Associate
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Rachel Sweeney
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7
16
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
8
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art, Band, Chess, Chorus, Future Makers Engineering, LEGO Robotics Club, Music Lessons, Yearbook
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