The Community School is an intimate academic and mentoring high school that serves 20 students in advancing their education, improving their lives and bettering their community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,800
- Application Deadline: Apr. 1 / Aug. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Apr. 1 / Aug. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Sliding fee Scale with Subsidy Available
Application URL
School Notes
- Lasting Values: Honor Knowledge & Integrity
- Our values stem from the original mission of the school to give all students who want to learn an opportunity to improve their lives and make a difference for others. These values are present in everything we do from our curriculum, our interactions with others, and all of our offerings.
- Some of the ways we manifest our core values every day:
- Honor
- Maintaining integrity in and out of school by upholding the honor code
- Respect for diversity
- Helping our fellow community members
- Knowledge
- Not only committing to, but enjoying the process of learning and discovery
- Considering issues from all angles and engaging in thoughtful discussion
- Investigating how classroom topics integrate with life outside of school
- Engagement
- The 5 habits of a successful student Show up everyday, on time, prepared to learn, with a positive attitude, and all of your work. This is the standard we expect from each student.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Community School cost?
The Community School's tuition is approximately $4,800 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Community School?
The application deadline for The Community School is Apr. 1 / Aug. 1.
In what neighborhood is The Community School located?
The Community School is located in the Remington neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. There are 1 other private schools located in Remington.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to The Community School is Baltimore Lab School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is The GreenMount School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is First English Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten (0.9 miles away)
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501 W 30th St
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 235-6295
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 235-6295
0.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 98 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2220 St. Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 261-5500
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 261-5500
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 121 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
First English Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
3807 N Charles St
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 235-5887
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 235-5887
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 55 students Tuition listed
1234 West 36th Street
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 338-2889
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 338-2889
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 85 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition listed
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Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 563-2833
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 563-2833
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Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 261-5500
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 261-5500
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 121 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
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Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 462-2021
Baltimore, MD 21217
(410) 462-2021
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Gr: 1-10 | 26 students
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801 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 889-5054
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 889-5054
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Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 539-5794
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 539-5794
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(443) 923-7800
Baltimore, MD 21211
(443) 923-7800
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
501 W 30th St
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 235-6295
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 235-6295
0.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 98 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2220 St. Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 261-5500
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 261-5500
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 121 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
1234 West 36th Street
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 338-2889
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 338-2889
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 85 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition listed
Mother Seton Academy ![Mother Seton Academy Photo]( "Mother Seton Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
2215 Greenmount Ave
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 563-2833
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 563-2833
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 86 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
105 Tuscany Rd
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 243-6054
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 243-6054
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First English Lutheran Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
3807 N Charles St
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 235-5887
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 235-5887
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 55 students Tuition listed
1234 West 36th Street
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 338-2889
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 338-2889
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 85 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition listed
Holy Angels Catholic School
(Catholic)
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Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 602-3200
Baltimore, MD 21217
(443) 602-3200
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Gr: PK-8 | 215 students
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Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
801 Saint Paul St
Baltimore, MD 21202
(443) 563-2589
Baltimore, MD 21202
(443) 563-2589
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 62 students
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4700 Roland Ave
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 366-2133
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 366-2133
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
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5/
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(240) 740-0800
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(240) 740-0800
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(Math: 4% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
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12201 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 288-8200
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 288-8200
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(301) 572-0600
Beltsville, MD 20705
(301) 572-0600
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(240) 740-7560
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(240) 740-7560
9249.2 miles
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(Math: 7% | Reading: 37%)
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(301) 572-6400
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