The Benedictine School is a co-ed day and residential school for individuals ages 5-21 with intellectual disabilities, autism and multiple disabilities.
Selected in 2011 as a"School of Excellence" by the National Association of Special Education Teachers, we supplement our comprehensive and well-intergrated educational and residential program with special services, including:psychological, social work, counseling, behavior management, vocational/transitional, speech/language, assistive technology, occupational/physical therapy, 24 hour nursing, medication management, library/media, art, computer training/lab, adaptive physical education, aquatics, home economics, and leisure education and training.
We address the needs of the "whole person" to maximize vocational and community living independence and to develop a contributing member of society.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MD School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Benedictine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1959
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 37%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
98%
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
khaki pants, Benedictine School shirt
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
varies per yr. and per services
Admissions Director
Hon Yin Eubanks
Admissions Associate
Gail Newell
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
photography club
School Notes
- see our website at www.benschool.org
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Benedictine School often compared to?
The Benedictine School is often viewed alongside schools like Baltimore Lab School by visitors of our site.
What sports does The Benedictine School offer?
The Benedictine School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Swimming.
What is The Benedictine School's ranking?
The Benedictine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for The Benedictine School?
The application deadline for The Benedictine School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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