St. Ignatius Loyola Academy (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: 5-8
Enrollment: 120 students
Acceptance rate: 71%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 23 / Apr. 24 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Ignatius Loyola Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 5-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Ignatius Loyola Academy
5	30
6	32
7	29
8	29

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1993

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students

120 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

26 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

15 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

khaki pants, blue buttondown oxford shirt, maroon tie

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS-MDDC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 23 / Apr. 24 / rolling

Tuition Notes

We are a tuition-free, independent school for boys. Applicants must provide income eligibility information. All families contribute an annual Activity Fee.

Summer Program Cost Notes

A June summer camp and July term are considered part of the school year.

% on Financial Aid

99%

Acceptance Rate

71%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

James Scott

Application URL

Endowment Size

$18 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CrewCross Country

GolfLacrosse

SoccerTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academy AmbassadorsFirst Lego League Robotics

Stem ClubStudent Government Association

Arts and Music Programs:

Music Composition

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Intramural Sports

School Notes

Established in 1993, St. Ignatius Loyola Academy is a tuition-free, independent Jesuit Catholic school servings boys in grades 5-8.
We seek a diverse student body of young men who are motivated to work hard and are open to character development and personal growth.
Over the school's history, 98% of our graduates have earned a high school diploma and 88% have immediately enrolled in college or other post-secondary education.

Admission is open to boys entering the 5th grade who meet our income eligibility requirements (available on website). Admission applicants must attend an Open House, complete an admissions application, participate in a 1-day Saturday JumpStart program, and be interviewed.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Larry Owens '04 - Larry Owens is an American comedian, actor, writer, and singer. He received a Lucille Lortel Award and a Drama Desk Award for his leading performance in the off-Broadway musical A Strange Loop. Owens has acted on television shows including Search Party, High Maintenance, Modern Love, and Abbott Elementary.
- Chris Nelson '00 - Emmy-winning Journalist for his coverage of the Boston Marathon Bombing while working for NBC News. Chris is currently the Director of Talent Relations and Recruitment for News Nation.
- Tariq Al-Sabir '07 - Music Composer, Director and Producer.
- Kyle S. Taylor '97 - Author and journalist

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of St. Ignatius Loyola Academy?

The acceptance rate of St. Ignatius Loyola Academy is 71%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from St. Ignatius Loyola Academy?

St. Ignatius Loyola Academy famous alumni include: Larry Owens '04, Chris Nelson '00, Tariq Al-Sabir '07 and Kyle S. Taylor '97.

Does St. Ignatius Loyola Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, St. Ignatius Loyola Academy offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does St. Ignatius Loyola Academy offer?

St. Ignatius Loyola Academy offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

When is the application deadline for St. Ignatius Loyola Academy?

The application deadline for St. Ignatius Loyola Academy is Feb. 23 / Apr. 24 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 23 / Apr. 24 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is St. Ignatius Loyola Academy located?

St. Ignatius Loyola Academy is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.

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The average private school tuition in Baltimore, MD is $15,701 for elementary schools and $22,189 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Baltimore, MD is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).