John Carroll School is a Catholic high school in Bel Air, MD specializing in learning differences and IEP support for grades 9-12.
John Carroll School is a Catholic independent high school in Bel Air, Maryland serving grades 9-12 with a 11:1 student-to-teacher ratio that supports personalized learning for students with learning differences. The school offers a dedicated Learning Difference Program designed to provide individualized attention and structured support that helps students with learning disabilities thrive academically and socially.
With 53% of faculty holding advanced degrees and an average class size of 19 students, John Carroll creates an environment where students with learning differences receive both rigorous academics and targeted interventions. The school's college counseling team works closely with all students, including those with IEPs or 504 plans, to navigate the college application process and ensure appropriate placements that match each student's needs and abilities.
Located on 72 acres in northeastern Maryland, John Carroll offers a comprehensive array of extracurricular activities and sports, allowing students with diverse interests and abilities to find community and build confidence. Tuition is $17,200 annually, with rolling admissions and support available for families seeking a faith-based educational environment that prioritizes both academic excellence and individualized student success.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students715
Class Size19:1 ratio
Tuition$17,200
Est.1964
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, AIMSMDDC (Assoc. of independent Maryland and DC Schools)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1964 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $17,200 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition for international students is $22,200. |
| Total Students | 715 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 63 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 53 |
| Average Class Size | 19 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Eddie Maynard |
| Admissions Associate | Laura Ward-Moran |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 94 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 16 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Badminton · Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cheering · Cross Country · Dance · Equestrian · Field Hockey · Football · Golf · Ice Hockey · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Ultimate Frisbee · Volleyball · Water Polo · Winter Track · Wrestling · Show More (7) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools · AIMSMDDC (Assoc. of independent Maryland and DC Schools) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |