Private Schools in Germantown, Maryland

Holton-Arms is a prestigious independent college preparatory school for girls in grades 3-12, serving students from throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area including Germantown. The school offers a rigorous academic program with 24 Advanced Placement courses, extensive STEM facilities including dedicated engineering and robotics labs, and outstanding arts programs. The 57-acre campus features state-of-the-art athletic facilities, performing arts center, and modern academic buildings. Holton-Arms graduates consistently matriculate to top-tier colleges and universities, and the school emphasizes leadership development and global perspective throughout its curriculum.

St. Jude's School provides a classical education for students in preschool through 8th grade, serving families throughout Montgomery County including Germantown. The school emphasizes rigorous academics within a moral framework, featuring a comprehensive curriculum that includes Latin instruction beginning in 3rd grade, advanced mathematics, and extensive literature studies. The campus features modern classrooms, science labs, and dedicated arts spaces. Parent reviews consistently praise the school's strong community atmosphere, dedicated faculty, and the academic preparation students receive for competitive high schools.

The Barrie School offers a progressive education model serving students from Montessori preschool through high school. Located in nearby Silver Spring, this highly-regarded institution serves families throughout Montgomery County including Germantown. The school features a 45-acre campus with extensive outdoor learning spaces, a farm-to-table program, and strong emphasis on project-based learning. Barrie is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the IB Diploma Programme alongside Advanced Placement courses. The school maintains small class sizes with a 7:1 student-to-teacher ratio and emphasizes global citizenship and environmental stewardship.