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Why Key
What makes Key different from most schools is our approach to teaching and learning—where critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and resourcefulness are valued above the volume of content covered
98% of recent alumni/ae/x families would recommend Key to a friend, colleague or family member.
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.
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.
Key Facts
660
Students
117
Faculty
16
Average Class Size
6:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Student Body Snapshot
73
Zipcodes
270
Sending Schools
15
Countries
39%
Students of Color
Campus
16
Buildings
15
Acre Campus
70
Acre Athletic Park
4
Miles from Downtown Annapolis
Student Activities
60+
Club and Activity Offerings
79%
Participate in Performing Arts
84%
Play on an Athletic Team
33%
Seniors Engage in Independent Study
2021-2022 Outcomes
1310
SAT Average
80%
Of Students Earned Merit Scholarships
35%
Matriculated to STEM-Focused Programs
41%
Matriculated to Research I Universities
17
League Championships
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.