All-Girls School

Holton-Arms School

#1 in Best Private High Schools in Maryland

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Overall Grade
Private, All-Girls
3-12
BETHESDA, MD
Rating 4.41 out of 5 137 reviews

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Academics
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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
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Sports
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holton-arms.edu

(301) 365-6000

7303 RIVER RD
BETHESDA, MD 20817

About Holton-Arms School...

Applying

Application Deadline

January 5

Application Fee

$75

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$52,970

Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Received Financial Aid

24%

Average Financial Aid

$29,000

From Holton-Arms School

Founded in 1901, Holton-Arms is a college-preparatory school for girls grades 3-12 dedicated to the “education not only of the mind, but of the soul and spirit.”

The School provides rigorous and dynamic programs in the traditional academic areas, the fine and performing arts, and athletics. At Holton, you’ll come to truly know your SELF so that you can best contribute to your COMMUNITY and make a vital impact on the WORLD. While this philosophy is woven throughout our curriculum it is most apparent in our Learn Well, Live Well, Lead Well Seminar (“Seminar”), a comprehensive 3-12 integrated, interdisciplinary curriculum that directly addresses the school-wide goals and competencies that embrace Holton’s institutional priorities of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Health and Wellbeing, and Global Education.

We believe that with intellectual curiosity, self-reliance, tenacity of purpose, and commitment to others, Holton women will make a difference in a complex and changing world.

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

100%

Average SAT

1420

131 responses

Average ACT

90 responses

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Global Education

Holton's rigorous and expansive curriculum integrates global education throughout. Our program helps students cultivate the knowledge, skills, and perspective they’ll need to understand and address the shared global challenges of their generation. Our students experience a wide array of opportunities to explore the world—both inside the classroom and through travel in the U.S. and abroad.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

100%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 11 responses

Poll

64%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 11 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 46 responses

Senior Spirit Day
22%
Spirit Parade
15%
Flashback Dance
13%
Spirit Week
13%
Halloween parade
11%
4th grade go-cart building
9%
Happy Birthday Holton
9%

Students

Diversity

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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

665

100%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 14 responses

64%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 14 responses

93%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 14 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National

17:1

Poll

94%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 18 responses

Poll

89%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 18 responses

Poll

100%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 18 responses

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Clubs & Activities

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Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Boys Athletic Participation

85%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 13 responses

69%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 13 responses

85%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 13 responses

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Cost of Living
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Good for Families
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Housing
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Median Household Income

$178,370

National

$69,021

Median Rent

$2,208

National

$1,163

Median Home Value

$958,400

National

$244,900

Holton-Arms School Reviews

137 reviews

Without a doubt, Holton Arms is the best decision we've made with our daughter's education. From academics to diversity... the community to the athletics, Holton Arms is... hands down... a great place for girls to grow, create community and to build great educational & social skills.

As a family who's been a part of lower, middle & upper school, we love the support of each division and the opportunities for risk taking and maturation that our daughter has been exposed to.

We highly recommend Holton Arms!

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We have two daughters at Holton, both started in the 3rd grade and we are currently working our way through the middle school. We can not say enough good things about Holton. It is a warm loving environment that takes seriously its responsibility to shape its students to be compassionate, well rounded leaders. We see it in all aspects of what the school does. In fact, in every local, national, or global challenge that has occurred in our time there (of which there have been many) the schools response has always been exceedingly thoughtful, effective and in line with its values. Holton's Learn Well, Live Well, Lead Well (LW3) philosophy creates an environment where students have the freedom to learn and grow with an eye on making themselves and their world a better place. Our daughters have grown and changes in countless wonderful ways throughout their years at Holton. Thank you Holton!

I love coming to school every day and seeing my teachers. they always are very understanding and have my best interests at heart. My classmates can be somewhat competitive, but most of our class is supportive throughout tests, assignments, or exams. I enjoy our discussion-based classes and Holton really taught me how to use my voice more effectively and to be a willing participant in all our discussions even though I would have considered myself shy. Holton also has done a great job incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion into our curriculum and in our clubs and social settings. Our affinity groups are always a safe space for those who feel they want to join and also a great space for allies to learn and listen. overall, Holton is a great school and I am so happy to go here!

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