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The Calverton School

300 Calverton School Rd
Huntingtown, MD 20639
Fostering a culture of respect, high expectations, and shared experiences, The Calverton School instills in students intellectual curiosity, personal responsibility, and a strong work ethic to prepare them for higher education and responsible citizenship in a democratic and global community.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 8-12, PG
  • Grades: (Day Students) PK-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
The Calverton School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (Boarding)
8-12, PG
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
PK-12, PG
9-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Supports Learning Differences (LD)
Yes
Religious Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year Founded
1967
1907
Campus Size
152 acres
125 acres

Student Body

Enrollment
286 students
314 students
% Students of Color
47%
27%
% International Students
8%
20%
% Students Boarding
10%
70%
Average SAT Score
1245
(Out of 1600)
* National Avg. »View
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes
No
No
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »18
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:7
7:1
Number of IB Courses Offered
24
-
ESL Courses Offered
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
44%
71%
Summer Program Offered
Yes

Tuition Cost

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
n/a
$66,200
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
n/a
$35,600
% Students on Financial Aid
40%
40%
Merit Scholarships Offered
No

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 15
SSAT Required
Yes
Yes
Associate Director of Admissions
Beth Lennon, Heidi Merryman

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered
10
16

College Matriculation

Year:
10 Most Popular College Choices  (# Enrolled)

School Notes

  • The Calverton School, founded in 1967, is an independent college preparatory school serving students from early childhood through Grade 12. Calverton prides itself on providing a challenging college-preparatory program in an environment that promotes honesty, tolerance, respect, and responsibility. Small class sizes and excellent student-to-teacher ratios ensure that each student is challenged in every aspect of school endeavor. Our small school size provides each student the opportunity to contribute to the larger community and helps to create an inclusive school that celebrates diversity and helps each student reach his or her potential. The school provides students with experiences of diversity and welcomes students of all races, socioeconomic backgrounds and beliefs. The Calverton School, steeped in a solid academic tradition, educates students to have the independence of judgment, personal freedom, and strength of character so that they can become leaders with broad intellectual horizons.
  • The Calverton School accreditations: National Association of Independent Schools, AIMS- Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does The Calverton School offer?
The Calverton School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Cheering, Cross Country Running, Fencing, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for The Calverton School?
The application deadline for The Calverton School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: (Boarding Students) 8-12, PG
  • Grades: (Day Students) PK-12, PG
  • Enrollment: 286 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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