Private School

Key School

#1 in Best Private High Schools in Anne Arundel County

grade A+
Overall Grade
Private
PK, K-12
ANNAPOLIS, MD
Rating 4.53 out of 5 150 reviews

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A+

Overall Niche Grade

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Academics
grade A+
Diversity
grade A
Teachers
grade A+
College Prep
grade A+
Clubs & Activities
grade A+
Sports
grade B

keyschool.org

(410) 263-9231

534 HILLSMERE DRIVE
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403

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About Key School...

Maryland

Applying

Application Deadline

January 17

Application Fee

$60

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

ISEE, SSAT

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$31,980

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

33%

Average Financial Aid

$12,000

From Key School

Key is renowned for its rigorous academic program, which emphasizes inquiry-based learning and interdisciplinary studies, and produces unparalleled student outcomes.

But Key is more than just a school.

It’s a diverse community where students are transformed through authentic connections with their teachers and peers. It’s a training ground for winning athletic teams and talented artists. It’s a safe space where students take risks, self-advocate, and grow into ethical citizens and exceptional leaders.

We are one of Maryland's most sought-after college preparatory programs because we are more than a school.

Are you ready to experience the Key difference?

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

100%

Average SAT

1330

135 responses

Average ACT

47 responses

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Popular Colleges

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University of Maryland - College Park
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Outdoor Education Program

While we love having students on campus, we also love to see them go. Outdoors, that is. Creating opportunities for experiential learning through outdoor education is an integral part of the Key School experience. In addition to being fun, the trips teach students about the natural world and its relevance to the classroom.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

88%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 16 responses

Poll

81%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 16 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 81 responses

Halloween Celebration
17%
Annapolis Book Festival
15%
Prom and outdoor education activities
15%
Sports Events
14%
Graduation ceremony (very unique)
11%
Music performances
10%
Homecoming
6%

Students

Diversity

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

Students

664

71%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 17 responses

94%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 17 responses

65%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 17 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost

$15,595

Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Starting Age

3 years

Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

Website

keyschool.org

Offers Full Week
Yes
Offers Part Week
Yes
Offers Full Day
Yes
Offers Part Day
Yes

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National

17:1

Poll

87%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 23 responses

Poll

87%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 23 responses

Poll

83%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 23 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A+

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Very High

Boys Athletic Participation

Very High

87%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 15 responses

87%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 15 responses

80%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 15 responses

Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade C
Good for Families
grade A
Housing
grade B minus

Median Household Income

$108,048

National

$69,021

Median Rent

$1,764

National

$1,163

Median Home Value

$380,600

National

$244,900

Key School Reviews

150 reviews

We have two children at Key School, in 2nd and 3rd grades, and we've been there for four years. It has been an incredible experience. We love the creative and individualized approach. The faculty are available to help problem solve any challenges our kids have had, and they have helped come up with creative and effective solutions. It is a warm and diverse community focused on empathy and the love of learning. The head of school and his leadership team have done a great job of leading through challenging times, and they are thoughtful and steady values-based decision makers. We are excited to continue at Key for many more years!

Key School lives up to all expectations. In their marketing, they are presented as a rigorous, inquiry-based school for students who are curious about the world around them, and that is exactly who they are and what they offer. The classes are challenging and their teachers have high expectations. Guidance and support is offered but creativity and individualism is accepted, even encouraged. Key is certainly a Maryland gem!

My family moved a lot when I was growing up. My four siblings and I all attended Key in the late 80's and early 90's. We ranged from Kindergarten to Upper School. While we moved out of state after three years, all of us still consider Key our favorite school of all--and we moved a lot! Now I am a parent of two boys at Key and get to be reminded every day why Key was so special to my family decades ago. The core of what makes Key special hasn't changed, but they have evolved programming and take an innovative approach to teaching and learning. My children will not be rote-memorization machines, they will be critical thinkers, creative problem solvers and really resourceful and respectful members of society.

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