2023 Best Schools in Overlea

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.42 out of 5  294 reviews

Parent: We chose Bryn Mawr to start our daughter’s educational journey, and having almost completed her kindergarten year, I can say with wholehearted enthusiasm that BMS is a special place. Girls can be girls. They can love unicorns and also build robots. Our daughter last week tromped in waders through the stream on campus with and found a salamander! She has told us about the values she has been learning in the values curriculum - that she can do hard things, can be anything, and can choose to live fearlessly and act with kindness. There is an almost summer camp-like set of traditions and annual events that make the school feel cozy. The teachers bring learning to life through fun dances, songs and hysterical characters/skits! The 5th graders help younger students get out of their cars at drop-off with a cheerful “good morning” and “have a great day” and a thumbs up! The after-school dance program is fantastic and the seasonal music recitals are precious!... Read 294 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 700

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.44 out of 5  71 reviews

Senior: Over the course of my 7 years at Gilman, I have fallen in love with the community I became apart of. Like any school, Gilman certainly has its flaws, but I would say the pros outnumber the cons 100 to 1. The teachers in both the middle and upper school are extremely passionate, hardworking, and caring people. The course load is certainly heavy at times, but if you manage your time properly and make sure to seek help from teachers, it is easy to be successful. Regarding social life, there is a group for everyone. Over time, you'll not only find yourself surrounded by a loyal group of immediate friends, but you can have a relationship with nearly everyone in the grade. In my personal opinion being on a sports team, club, or class is just like having a separate friend group. Leaving Gilman this year, I am confident that I am ready for the academic/social life college has to offer, and can call all the members of my graduating class brothers.... Read 71 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,023

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Stevenson, MD•

• Private School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.29 out of 5  99 reviews

Alum: My exchange year experience in St. Timothy’s school was excellent. I’m from Spain and I spent my sophomore year as a boarder. I had never spent a year away from home and I was terrified at first but after only a month this school felt like a new home to me and I made friends that are like family. The girls were very welcoming and I made friends from all over the world. Right now after two years I still keep in touch with them, I’ve recently come to Maryland to visit my best friend from school. One of the best things about St. Tim’s are the teachers, I could always count on them for an extra explanation which made adapting to the IB program easy. After some time I even switched to harder classes! St. Tim’s allowed me to grow as a person, I went from being very shy to being confident and independent. St. Timothy’s encouraged me to participate in every class and I learnt how to enjoy expressing my opinions in public. I will always feel part of the st. Tim’s community.... Read 99 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 198

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.37 out of 5  76 reviews

Alum: I attended Park School for 13 years (Kindergarten-12th Grade) and I couldn’t have wished for a better experience. I received a phenomenal education which prepared me well for college and taught me core values of advocating for myself, thinking outside the box, challenging my mind and more! The teachers want nothing more than for their students to succeed which is made possible by their incredible teaching as well as other recourses Park offers such as tutoring, counseling, and more! I honestly have nothing bad to say about Park School and after 13 years, I believe that speaks for itself. The school mainly has a hands on learning style but teachers frequently ask their students how they thrive (and what learning style works best for them). Personally, I believe it’s the incredible staff and students excited to learn which makes Park so special but we also have a incredible campus. I wish everyone had the opportunity to attend this pre K- 12 institution.... Read 76 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 848

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.26 out of 5  101 reviews

Junior: I have went to Friends School since kindergarten. While I have had a few of teachers I disliked, the majority seemed to put a lot of effort into their job and I was able to create a strong connection with them, especially as I got older. The foreign language programs are very good for 9-12 grade, but not so much for middle school. In middle school, I took Russian and I felt like I learned absolutely nothing in the span of 3 years. Prior to 9th grade, I studied beginners Spanish with my mother and was able to be placed in Spanish III, the same level as those who had taken it since 6th grade. Something I especially like is that we have a short break in between classes that makes the school day more manageable, and I also love participating in the orchestra and chorus. I have been in the orchestra for 7 years and I look forward to it everyday. In addition, I have participated in 3 musicals and I had some of the best experiences of my life, look forward to participating this year.... Read 101 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 813

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.46 out of 5  185 reviews

Parent: My daughter has been at RPCS since Kindergarten and is now in high school. We couldn't love the school more! From my very first kindergarten parent-teacher conference, I was amazed at how well her teacher knew my daughter - her personality, her strengths, her quirks, her opportunities -- in that one year alone I saw the incredible benefit of RPCS's small class sizes and excellent, committed teachers. Now, in high school, my daughter is in honors and AP classes, 4 different clubs, and playing Varsity sports. She is confident in all facets of school, and we are thrilled at her impressive studying, writing, and speaking skills. I would highly recommend RPCS to parents of any age children - the school is a truly warm, joyful place where children are supported as they excel academically and socially.... Read 185 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 531

• Student-teacher ratio 4:1

• Broolandville, MD•

• Private School•

• 5-12

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  Rating 4.43 out of 5  53 reviews

Junior: St. Paul’s is a top-rated private school in Maryland. Whatever your son’s passions and interests may be, St. Paul’s has it covered. There are rich traditions at St. Paul’s, including the Boys’ Latin Rivalry, The “Victory” Bell, and the “Sock Hop”. Come be apart of a brotherhood and community where there is so much potential for your son to shine and grow. Drain the Lake!... Read 53 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 573

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.03 out of 5  94 reviews

Parent: Beth Tfiloh is a private Jewish day school offering strong academics, a wide variety of extra curricular activities, and a very strong social support network. The school embodies community while giving the kids the support they need to reach new and higher heights. The kids who have graduated from this school are equipped with the building blocks to succeed in college. The dual curriculum teaches them how to balance competing demands and priorities. Kids interested in sports, singing, woodworking, STEM, theatre, etc. all have opportunities to explore their passions here at this school. Rooted in Jewish morals and values, these kids are taught from a young age that respect and good deeds(mitzvot) are of the utmost importance. To have upstanding future leaders and community members you have to teach positive personal traits and healthy values and Beth Tfiloh 100% does this. As for the success part, the high school offers many AP classes and a college guidance department second to non.... Read 94 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 842

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  644 reviews

Junior: Being a magnet school, Eastern Technical High has diverse programs like Allied Health and Law & Public Policy. The teachers are very diligent in their teaching styles and are, for the most part, understanding with their students. My experience here has been good and the people here have been amazing! It is a diverse community with a large amount of clubs and honor societies to join, and the programs have equipment and materials needed to obtain more knowledge within their subject.... Read 644 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,207

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 4.16 out of 5  38 reviews

Parent: Boys' Latin has been an excellent school for both of my boys. The teachers are enthusiastic and go out of their way to make sure that our boys are challenged, engaged and thriving. The administration is supportive and provides a consistent approach across all divisions for all boys. There is a strong and welcoming community of parents and families. There is also a large focus on character development and social responsibility. Overall, an excellent education and learning environment.... Read 38 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 630

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Towson, MD•

• Private School•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.11 out of 5  198 reviews

Senior: I mostly enjoyed my experience at Notre Dame Preparatory School. NDP has so many amazing opportunities in academics, clubs, organizations, and service. I had the best teachers ever who genuinely cared about their students and were always there to help their students grow in their academics. NDP is full of wonderful traditions as well which brings together all of the students. Two of my favorite traditions were ring day and Gym Meet! However, there is little diversity and most of the administration is not open minded. I have witnessed few instances bullying and discrimination.... Read 198 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 813

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.84 out of 5  601 reviews

Senior: Western is a school for the nerds and geeks. If you have an extreme passion for any of the fields provided as magnet classes, you should apply! The teachers genuinely care about what their teaching, and the classes are always diverse. The student body is very friendly, and there's a lot of good and interesting clubs that are offered. Don't sleep on this school, consider it if you have a bright mind and want to pursue a more technical/artistic field. The artistic classes are also very nice and give you the freedom to do what you want. As long as you have a plan, it can happen!... Read 601 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 920

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.41 out of 5  281 reviews

Senior: Calvert Hall is a brotherhood. Calvert Hall makes it known through the faculty, teachers, alums, and down to the students that we are a community. There is no sense of a superiority idea at Calvert Hall, seniors will help freshmen, juniors to sophomores. At Calvert Hall one of the most important values is community. The value of community is demonstrated in the activities we do, gathering for liturgy every month, special school wide fundraisers, spirit weeks, and faith based retreats as a grade. At Calvert Hall there is no sense of exclusion, theres a club, sport or activity for everyone who have the same interests. At Calvert Hall there is no sitting by yourself, always and anywhere they will be someone sitting with you, someone greeting and talking to you, everyone is included at Calvert Hall. Not only through students, is there a community, but the teacher to students relationship. The teachers at Calvert Hall exemplify great loyalty and respect toward the students.... Read 281 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,163

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Brooklandville, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, 5-12

• •
  Rating 3.67 out of 5  94 reviews

Senior: I entered SPSG in the 6th grade. I found it to be empowering for girls, and it provided me with self-confidence. I came from public school where the class size was 29 students to one teacher. SPSG class size is approximately 15 students to one teacher. The class size leads to a great learning environment, with students who are there to learn, like me! SPSG allows me to be independent, think outside the box, and explore other areas of learning.... Read 94 reviews

• grade A

• Students 411

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.95 out of 5  586 reviews

Senior: If you want a safe and encouraging space to explore and immerse yourself in your interests, then G.W. Carver Center for Arts & Technology is for you. With 11 primes/magnets, there is something for everybody, whether it's acting or game design or even culinary arts! There are plenty of opportunities for students to work on projects for their primes, and there's even a 30-minute break in the middle of the day, called "Wildcat Time", where students can choose to attend a club, study for classes, or just relax. My teachers are extremely kind and encouraging, and they always take time out of their day to help me understand concepts I may struggle with, and I can tell they really want us as students to succeed. There's also many opportunities for students to showcase their work, especially at the annual Carver Celebration, which is a fundraiser that raises money for the school while displaying students' works from that year. Carver Center is a great school with a vibrant culture.... Read 586 reviews

• grade A

• Students 997

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Towson, MD•

• Private School•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.02 out of 5  97 reviews

Junior: From day one, I felt very welcome to Loyola Blakefield. The community atmosphere is a family environment. The education received is top tier and our sports program is highly recognized with awards!... Read 97 reviews

• grade A

• Students 957

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Baltimore City Public Schools, MD•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 3.93 out of 5  643 reviews

Senior: I love the staff and the school environment! The school is very diverse and gives you many different opportunities. Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is very rigorous and diverse to all students abilities! I feel challenged at Poly and also very supported by administration. If I could rate Poly I would give it a seven out of ten, ten being the best and zero being the worst. Baltimore Polytechnic Institute has changed me in many different ways and all for the better. I had a lot of great times and the Baltimore Polytechnic Institute but also a lot of challenging times. There were times were I had breakdowns in bathrooms because I stressed myself out and there was always someone to talk to about my issues. The support system at Poly is remarkable but the academic support could be better. But I love Poly! 7/10 recommended... Read 643 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,619

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Lutherville, MD•

• Private School•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 3.86 out of 5  114 reviews

Freshman: At Maryvale Preparatory School, they actually prepare you for college. We have a huge campus and they were not hesitant at all to give a bunch of work. I know in college that is going to be the case as well, but they’re helping us learn time management and be prepared for the work we receive there. I am only a freshman, but so far this school is pretty cool. I love the Castle especially. It’s so big and it’s quiet during study hall. It’s the most peaceful place on campus! The only thing that bothers me a bit is the diversity. I just wish this school could have more people of other races because it seems 80% white. Other than that, for the most part this is a good school. I love this community. The girls are nice and fun to be around. The teachers may work you to death but it’s an awesome preparation for college. Go Maryvale!... Read 114 reviews

• grade A

• Students 425

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Bel Air, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: After homeschooling for 9 years, my kids were ready to be in a more traditional classroom. We visited Grace and immediately knew it was the right place for them to finish their education. Grace has been the perfect fit for my three youngest children - all with distinct personalities and very different needs. The faculty and staff meet children where they are with a humble, connected, Christ-like attitude. They nurture natural curiosity and foster authentic relationships with peers. There is a palpable sense of community into which my children were immediately accepted! Not only that, the classical Christian education my children are receiving is top notch. I have been using the classical model for a long time and it's truly one of the best, most rigorous ways to educate children. We are so grateful that our family has found a special home at Grace!... Read 5 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 113

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 4.56 out of 5  75 reviews

Parent: GGCA supports a Biblical worldview. Our children are safe physically and spiritually. Especially during COVID, this school was very supportive of the children’s need of in-school (safe) learning and social interaction. Our children are thriving in every way!... Read 75 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 214

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•

• PK, K-5

• •
  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

Parent: started at honeygo in april 2021 and i love the diversity and attention given to each child which contributes to the student growth.... Read 1 review

• grade A minus

• Students 661

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.02 out of 5  154 reviews

Parent: My oldest daughter selected Mercy after visiting several of the all girls private schools in the area. It was the teachers that made the difference for her- she came away with the feeling that the teachers really wanted their girls to be successful, and were more than willing to put in extra time before or after school, during planning periods, or even at lunch. She felt comfortable seeking help when she needed it, and it paid off- she was on the Dean's list in college. Another daughter found her voice at Mercy. Naturally gifted, but often disorganized, she was encouraged and challenged at Mercy. Taking on leadership roles in the fine arts, she edited the literary magazine and was featured in art exhibits. This translated to a paid writing position in college, as the featured Art reporter for the local newspaper. Mercy discovered and cultivated her love of art, fine tuned her writing, and helped her develop the skills she needed to find success. Thank you Mercy!... Read 154 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 444

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: The school is a small, hidden gem! The faculty is caring and supportive to both the students and the parents. The Mathematics, Science, and English curriculums prepare students to excel academically at the college level. Highly recommend!... Read 5 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 96

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Baltimore, MD•

• Private School•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.53 out of 5  72 reviews

Senior: There is no doubt in my mind that I did not decide to go to the best high school in Maryland for me. Archbishop Curley High School has molded, shaped, and redesigned me into a young man of many attributes. From the academics, to the student life, to the faculty and staff, to the overall atmosphere, Curley has provided me with 4 years of excellence. Because of Curley, and the aid associated around Curley, I am comfortable in my college and career readiness.... Read 72 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 572

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Baltimore County Public Schools, MD•

• PK, K-5

• •
  Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: Cromwell is the best school and the teachers are out of this world! They really get to know your child. They are hands on and completely involved in your child's education. They are transparent in the way that they teach. They respond to emails same day if not that day for the variance more. They are always available for conferences or whatever your child might need to succeed.... Read 3 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 367

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1