School Overview
McDonogh School is a community that finds joy in work, in play, and in the discovery and realization of personal potential.
Strong, mutually respectful relationships among and between students and teachers inspire a passion for learning, a dedication to personal integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
Embracing diversity of background, culture, and thought, the school builds upon its founder's original mission to provide a life-altering opportunity to develop in its students the will "to do the greatest possible amount of good.".
Strong, mutually respectful relationships among and between students and teachers inspire a passion for learning, a dedication to personal integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
Embracing diversity of background, culture, and thought, the school builds upon its founder's original mission to provide a life-altering opportunity to develop in its students the will "to do the greatest possible amount of good.".
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$39,890
Enrollment
1350
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
80%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
AP
4
Average ACT Score
27
Class Size
15
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2015)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 4 |
| #2 | Harvard College | 1 |
| #4 | Columbia University | 1 |
| #4 | Stanford University | 1 |
| #4 | University of Chicago | 1 |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 |
| #8 | Duke University | 1 |
| #9 | University of Pennsylvania | 2 |
| #10 | Johns Hopkins University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Courses
(4)|
Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Computer Science Principles
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Statistics
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Sports
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Lacrosse
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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American Football
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Lacrosse
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Riding
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Soccer
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Squash
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Volleyball
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Water Polo
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Wrestling
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Debate club
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It's academic
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Latin club
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Model UN
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Peer tutor
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Book club
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Debate club
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It's academic
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Latin club
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Model UN
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Peer tutor
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Book club
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Chinese culture club
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Diversity for Mcdonogh
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Fellowship of Christian athletes
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French club
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Gender equity movement
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Jewish awareness club
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Black awareness club
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Gay straight alliance
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Auto restoration club
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Chess club
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Cooking club
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Environmental action
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Gospel choir
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Improv club
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Independent filmmakers club
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Juggling club
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Robotics team
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Songsters
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Step squad
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Swing dance club
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Yoga/Mindfulness club
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Women of note
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Literary magazine
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Yearbook
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Newspaper
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Baltimore station
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Big brother big sister
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Empty bowls
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Helping hands
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Hispanic tutors
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Mcdonogh leads
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Mcdonogh roots
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Ronald Mcdonald house
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Special Olympics
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Tech consultants
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Contact Info
Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about McDonogh School
Tell me a bit about McDonogh School.
McDonogh School is Co-ed private day school located in Maryland, US. It was founded 1783 , and currently has about 1350 students.
For more official information, please visit https://www.mcdonogh.org/.
For more official information, please visit https://www.mcdonogh.org/.
Does McDonogh School have rigorous academic requirements?
McDonogh School is offering 4 AP courses.
McDonogh School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
McDonogh School also have 80% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do McDonogh School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2015, some students attended Princeton University, Harvard College, Columbia University, Stanford University and University of Chicago.
What is the application requirement for McDonogh School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, McDonogh School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for McDonogh School?
The day tuition for McDonogh School in 2024 is
$39,890 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at sbirdsall@mcdonogh.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at sbirdsall@mcdonogh.org .
Where is McDonogh School located?
McDonogh School is located in the State of Maryland of USA. The closest major city is Baltimore, which is about 10 miles away from school. Most families can choose Baltimore-Washington International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is McDonogh School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, McDonogh School is within top 20000 for all schools on FindingSchool.
How do I complete an application for McDonogh School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about McDonogh School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit McDonogh School’s official site: https://www.mcdonogh.org/ or call them at 410-363-0600.
Also it is highly recommended to visit McDonogh School’s official site: https://www.mcdonogh.org/ or call them at 410-363-0600.
Are there additional schools that are located close to McDonogh School?
Yes, here are few:
Garrison Forest School, St. Timothy's School and Park School of Baltimore.
The closest major city is Baltimore. You can find out more schools near Baltimore here.
The closest major city is Baltimore. You can find out more schools near Baltimore here.
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Nearby City
Baltimore is a historic city in Maryland, known for its significant role as a major seaport. Located at the mouth of the Inner Harbor, the city is home to Fort McHenry, where the U.S. national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was penned. The Inner Harbor today features a vibrant mix of shops, seafood restaurants, and attractions like the USS Constellation, a Civil War-era warship, and the National Aquarium, which hosts a diverse array of marine life. Baltimore’s rich cultural and maritime heritage continues to attract visitors year-round.
Population (2022)
636,919
Cost of Living
Higher than average 9%
Nearby Airport
Baltimore-Washington International Airport
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