Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Yearly Tuition: $22,937
- Acceptance rate: 78%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Harford Day School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Yearly Tuition: $22,937
- Acceptance rate: 78%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Harford Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1957
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018
Campus Size
12 acres
School Motto
Make Every Day Count
Student Body
Total Students
339 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
polo/khaki
List of Courses Offered
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,937
Tuition Notes
Above tuition is average rate Preschool to Grade 8.
Summer Program Cost
$350
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost per week
% on Financial Aid
31%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,000
Acceptance Rate
78%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Diane Russell
Admissions Associate
Abbi Graber
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Dragon
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Fine & Performing Arts
School Notes
- Harford Day School, founded in 1957, is an independent co-ed school for children Preschool (age three) through Grade Eight.
- At Harford Day, you will discover small classes, challenging academics, and a respectful learning community where committed teachers encourage each child's abilities and talents.
- A Harford Day School education is a gift meant to enrich the mind, body, and spirit of every student; its benefits realized not only while in elementary and middle school but into high school, college, and life.
- Interacting with our students and faculty is the best way to experience the vitality that characterizes each day at Harford Day.
- Make Every Day Count.
- At Harford Day School, we offer children a rigorous academic program with small class sizes, character and leadership development, world languages, exposure to the arts, and interscholastic athletics. At Harford Day, you will discover a profound commitment to lifelong learning, hands-on experiences, individualized attention, and a caring, inclusive community. We believe that the foundational years, age 3 through Grade 8, are essential to developing the skills needed for academic success in high school and beyond. HDS graduates are consistently among the top selections at outstanding high schools in the Baltimore metro area. Further, we believe that an age 3 to Grade 8 education offers our students a unique opportunity to develop and demonstrate leadership skills.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Harford Day School cost?
Harford Day School's tuition is approximately $22,937 for private students and $350 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Harford Day School?
The acceptance rate of Harford Day School is 78%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.
Does Harford Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Harford Day School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What sports does Harford Day School offer?
Harford Day School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse and Soccer.
What is Harford Day School's ranking?
Harford Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Harford Day School?
The application deadline for Harford Day School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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School Reviews
5 6/2/2023
My son had a wonderful experience in his 7 years at Harford Day School. The small class sizes and staff who genuinely cared about each individual student made a huge difference in his education. The curriculum is challenging and high quality, but the teachers were absolutely phenomenal! I cannot say enough positive things about the teachers and staff. There are plenty of extracurricular activities to join, and students are encouraged to participate in many different things. As a parent, I could not have asked for a better experience for our family.
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