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St. Raphael School

1513 Dunster Rd Potomac, MD 20854

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 441 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,270
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MD School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 441 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,270
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School News

  •  - 09/26/2019
    SRS earns coveted award the first year it was eligible.
  •  - 03/29/2019
    Jerry Nash among 10 teachers in Archdiocese of Washington to earn prestigious honor.
  •  - 01/27/2019
    SRS Principal Teri Dwyer named a recipient of the Lead, Learn, Proclaim Award from the National Catholic Educational Association.
  •  - 09/09/2018
    Teri Dwyer honored by the Archdiocese of Washington as its Distinguished Principal of the Year.

School Rankings

St. Raphael School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2019
School Motto
Fides et Ratio

Student Body

Total Students
441 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Golf shirt, slacks/skirt
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
varies by class
Admissions Associate
Lexi McClure
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubNewspaper Club
Student CouncilTech Club
Yearbook Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Art ClubAdvanced Band
Art ClubBeginner Band
ChorusDrama


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball ClubCity of Rockville Basketball
CYO BasketballTrack and Field

School Notes

  • St. Raphael School is a 2019 Blue Ribbon coeducational parish school, providing students with a Catholic education rich in tradition enhanced by a 21st century classroom.
  • Our academic standards and Catholic virtues provide students with the tools essential to lead lives of service to God and our community.
  • Being an integral part of the parish community, St. Raphael School offers a warm and welcoming environment enriched by the time and talents offered through our partnership with parents.
  • Recognizing parents as the primary teachers in life, we welcome and value their ideas and interest. Our goal is to prepare our students to lead lives of service while embracing the love of God and neighbor.
  • We work to develop a strong sense of self-worth in each of our students, enabling them to reach their full spiritual, intellectual, and emotional potential.
  • St. Raphael School is a 2019 Blue Ribbon coeducational parish school, providing students with a Catholic education rich in tradition enhanced by a 21st century classroom.
  • Our academic standards and Catholic virtues provide students with the tools essential to lead lives of service to God and our community.
  • Being an integral part of the parish community, St. Raphael School offers a warm and welcoming environment enriched by the time and talents offered through our partnership with parents.
  • Recognizing parents as the primary teachers in life, we welcome and value their ideas and interest. Our goal is to prepare our students to lead lives of service while embracing the love of God and neighbor.
  • We work to develop a strong sense of self-worth in each of our students, enabling them to reach their full spiritual, intellectual and emotional potential.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Fr. Bill Finch, founding pastor and administrator. -
    • Teri Dwyer, awarded Distinguished Principal of the Year 2018. -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Raphael School cost?
St. Raphael School's tuition is approximately $9,270 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from St. Raphael School?
St. Raphael School famous alumni include: Fr. Bill Finch, founding pastor and administrator. and Teri Dwyer, awarded Distinguished Principal of the Year 2018..
What sports does St. Raphael School offer?
St. Raphael School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Track and Field.
What is St. Raphael School's ranking?
St. Raphael School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Raphael School?
The application deadline for St. Raphael School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
Our prayers were answered when we discovered St. Raphael School. It`s not just a school, but a welcoming community of families and educators working together in the best interest of all students. The teachers and staff clearly find joy in what they do and bring their best to these students every day! The principal, Mrs. Dwyer, is a true leader talented, experienced, devoted, warm, and always has time for you. The physical environment is beautiful and clean; the school has a science lab, media center, and technology everywhere which can be pretty rare for a Catholic school! We especially love that our children receive an individualized education through differentiated learning and small-group instruction. Plus they get a lot of time to be physical and play outside! It was amazing to witness how the school adapted when COVID first hit and was able to balance the needs of students and families with safety. As a result, the students and SRS community continue to thrive! We couldn`t have asked for more from a school during these challenging times.
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5  
Joining the St. Raphael community has been the best decision our family has ever made. St. Raphael provides a nurturing environment and our kids thrive academically. The staff is wonderful and all the families we have met along the way have been very welcoming. We love our SRS family.
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5  
Love love this school. Teri (the principal and nursery school head) is amazing and so loving. My oldest son started here for their 4+ preschool program (he has a fall birthday) and we were so pleased and in love with the community and school there was not a doubt about enrolling him in to kindergarten. It wasn't in our plan, but not my two younger sons will continue here! We always feel supported in any learning/education concern, and our opinions are always heard. Love SRS!!
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5  
St. Raphael's became a Blue Ribbon school in its first year of eligibility - which speaks volumes about the quality of the education being provided. Awards also come annually for administrators and teachers alike. Simultaneously, the school's strong Christian faith permeates through all its decisions and students are taught that the choices they make outside the classroom are more important than any test or quiz grade.
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The average private school tuition in Potomac, MD is $32,801 for elementary schools and $37,294 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Potomac, MD is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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