Why Key
What makes Key different from most schools is our approach to teaching a learning - where critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and resourcefulness are valued above the volume of content covered.
Established in 1958, Key is the oldest pre-school through grade twelve nonsectarian independent school in Anne Arundel County. Our rigorous academic program emphasizes experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies and a global perspective while building the habits of grit, tenacity and resourcefulness.
Our exceptional faculty, evolving interdisciplinary curriculum, and meaningful connections are why Key students thrive and why we are one of the most sought-after educations in Maryland.
98%
of recent alumni/ae/x families surveyed would recommend Key
to a friend, colleague or family member
Key Facts
664
students
115
faculty
16
avg. class size
6:1
student/faculty ratio
Student Body Snapshot
73
zip codes
260
sending schools
12
countries
37%
students of color
Campus
16
buildings
15
acre campus
70
acre athletic park
4
miles from downtown
Student Activities
40+
club and activity offerings
79%
participate in performing arts
75%
play on an athletic team
34%
seniors engage in independent study
2019-2021 OUTCOMES
1395+
25% scored 1395 or higher on the SAT
35%
matriculated to STEM-focused programs
1300
SAT average (Maryland private school average is 1221)
41%
matriculated to Research 1 Universities
80%
received merit scholarships (not including financial aid)
14%
recruited to play collegiate athletics
Key School is accredited by the Association of Independent Maryland Schools (AIMS) and approved by the State of Maryland. We maintain active memberships in AIMS, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), Baltimore Educational Scholarship Trust (BEST), Educational Records Bureau (ERB), National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), National Business Officers Association (NBOA), Association of Independent School Admission Professionals (AISAP), Association for Experiential Education (AEE), Independent School Experiential Education Network (ISEEN), Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA), and the Independent Athletic Association of Maryland (IAAM).
Key School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, hiring practices, admission policies, financial aid and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.