Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Phillips School - Laurel
About the School
- Phillips School–Laurel is a nonsectarian special education school located in the suburban community of Laurel, MD, serving grades 4 through 12.
- The school enrolls 85 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 and maintains an average class size of 10.
- Founded in 1994, Phillips School employs 15 teachers to support its academic programs, including five AP courses.
- The student body is 90.54% students of color, reflecting diversity within this suburban private school setting.
- Phillips School is one of several private and special education schools in the Laurel area, offering specialized educational services for middle and high school grades.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Motto
Every child can overcome adversity with the right support.
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Phillips School - Laurel?
The application deadline for Phillips School - Laurel is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(301) 483-8605
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 378 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Church of God
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(410) 859-8573
Distance: 11.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 849 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
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Gr: PK-12 | 277 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
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Baptist
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(410) 305-2380
Distance: 8.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 846 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 26
Christian
109 Burns Crossing Road
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(410) 519-5300
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 67 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Special Education School
9705 Washington Blvd N
Laurel, MD 20723
(301) 483-8605
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 378 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Church of God
7459 Candlewood Drive, Suites A-F
Hanover, MD 21076
(410) 859-8573
Distance: 11.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 849 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
12793 Folly Quarter Road
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 531-7347
Distance: 7.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 277 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
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(410) 305-2380
Distance: 8.0 mi
Gr: K-12 | 846 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 26
Christian
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(410) 519-5300
Distance: 6.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 378 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 4
Church of God
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(410) 859-8573
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Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 25
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Avg. class size: 12 students
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Laurel, MD 20723
(301) 483-8605
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Gr: PK-3 | 87 students
Montessori School
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Laurel, MD 20723
(301) 498-0604
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Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Baptist
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(301) 498-1433
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Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 8
Christian
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Montessori School
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