Key School

Key School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
534 Hillsmere Dr,  Annapolis, MD
4.6
4.3
664 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Matthew Nespole, Head Of School
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1330
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.44
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$33,900

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.44
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
122
Full Time Teachers
113
Part Time Teachers
9
College Prep
Average SAT
1330
Math
660
Verbal
670
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
13
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
71.2%
Black
18.3%
Hispanic
4.7%
Two or more races
2.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.5%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best Private K12 Schools in Maryland
#7 Best Private HS in Maryland
#9 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Maryland
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Maryland - College Park 74 Students
Georgetown University 37 Students
Brown University 32 Students
Duke University 29 Students
New York University 26 Students
Boston University 26 Students
University of Pennsylvania 25 Students
Princeton University 25 Students
Howard University 24 Students
Johns Hopkins University 24 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 37 Students
Business 31 Students
Biology 29 Students
Political Science and Government 21 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Environmental Science 19 Students
Economics 17 Students
Chemistry 16 Students
Engineering 14 Students
Architecture 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 155 Reviews
5.0 Parent
7/31/2024
We don't have any negative things to say, we have a daughter that just graduated 2024 and son that he will be soft more both of them had the best time and at the same time they were challenged enough and my daughter was so ready for college!
5.0 Parent
7/16/2024
Key has been a great experience for our two children - caring teachers, thoughtfully planned classes, and a community that sees them.
5.0 Parent
7/10/2024
My kids started at Key a couple years ago and we couldn't be happier with the switch. The community has been welcoming and it's been a joy to watch my children flourish.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 47 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/15/2023
We have two children at Key School, in 2nd and 3rd grades, and we've been there for four years. It has been an incredible experience. We love the creative and individualized approach. The faculty are available to help problem solve any challenges our kids have had, and they have helped come up with...
5.0 parent
7/27/2022
I have a rising Senior and Freshman at Key. We have been there since they were in 7th and 5th grades, respectively, following public school in the area. Key has been a wonderful fit for our family. We love the community at Key, which is down to earth and friendly. The campus makes you feel at home r...
5.0 parent
10/18/2021
I remember leaving the Open House and telling my husband, this school is going to be the perfect fit and boy was I right. The community is so welcoming. The teachers are fabulous! And the curriculum rounds it out because everything is great. Hands down, I would recommend Key School to everyone.
5.0 parent
7/24/2019
We are incredibly happy with the education our middle school son is getting! Key is teaching him to be a critical thinker, a strong writer, someone unafraid of public speaking, and a thoughtful member of a community. Highly recommend!

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Key School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 534 Hillsmere Dr in Annapolis, in the Annapolis Neck neighborhood. Annual tuition is $33,900. The school has a total enrollment of 664 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Key School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.44, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1330 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $746,317. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Maven Academy, St. Mary's School, Chesapeake Science Point Public Charter School, and more. Learn more about what Annapolis has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Key School.

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