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
5:1
Average SAT Score
1340
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$36,100

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
131
Full Time Teachers
122
Part Time Teachers
9
College Prep
Average SAT
1340
Math
660
Verbal
670
Average ACT
29
Math
28
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

Male
52.8%
Female
47.2%
White
63.4%
Black
19.7%
Two or more races
8.7%
Asian
3.8%
Hispanic
3.8%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best Private K12 Schools in Maryland
#8 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 33 Students
Duke University 30 Students
Boston University 27 Students
New York University 26 Students
University of Pennsylvania 26 Students
Princeton University 26 Students
University of Chicago 25 Students
Johns Hopkins University 25 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 37 Students
Business 32 Students
Biology 27 Students
Political Science and Government 21 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 19 Students
Environmental Science 18 Students
Economics 17 Students
Engineering 15 Students
Chemistry 15 Students
Architecture 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.6 159 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
7/21/2025
At The Key School, I've been taught to always think outside of the box. Within every project we do there is freedom and creativity. As a student who usually isn't creative, with the help of my teachers I have been able to come out of my shell in many classes. All the teachers here want the students to excel in the classroom, and in life.
5.0 Alum
7/17/2025
I am a Key School alum getting ready to start my first year of college, and I feel very prepared, confident, and ready to take on this next chapter of my life, and I credit that to Key. Key School does an extraordinary job guiding students and shaping them into well informed, thoughtful citizens. I feel very fortunate to have been part of a community that is so welcoming, kind, and enthusiastic. I hope to find every great aspect of Key at my school this upcoming year.
5.0 Parent
7/16/2024
We have had our kids at Key for 8 years and could t be happier. Our rising 12th grader is going to be so ready for college.
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4.3 48 Reviews
3.0 other
1/4/2026
Key is obviously a great, college level school with activities unique to a private school. The classes were great and immersive and there was free time in between classes and activities at the end of the day. The problem that I had at key was a lot of unrestricted bullying. There is a ton of wealth...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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Key School

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 $36,100. The school has a total enrollment of 664 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Key School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1340 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $911,707. 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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