St. Elizabeth School (SES) is a nonpublic, special education school located in Baltimore City.
We work with students with disabilities in Central Maryland, ages 6 to 21, grades 1 to 12, in our Elementary, Middle, and High School programs.
St. Elizabeth School helps students with special needs go the distance.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Elizabeth School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Intellectual Disability, Autism/Autism Spectrum Disorders, Traumatic Brain Injury, Emotional Disabilities, & Multiple Disabilities (orthopedic, speech or language, or other health impairments including ADD, ADHD, and Specific Learning Disabilities).
Year Founded
1961
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
123 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
7 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Professional Dress Code -- see Student Handbook
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition paid by referring local school system. 草榴社区 pay accepted.
Admissions Director
Judy Malin
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
15 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art Therapy GroupsIntramural Sports
Movement Group (Occupational Therapy)Running Club
Special OlympicsStudent Council
Student Newspaper
School Notes
- St. Elizabeth School graduates students who are successful at home, in the workforce, and in the community. By maximizing each student's unique abilities, we enhance the quality of life for elementary, middle, and high school students with cognitive and other disabilities. Our program focuses on the realization of personal potential by integrating academic growth, social/emotional development, functional life skills, and vocational training. We create a community environment that fosters a sense of belonging. Please visit our website for more information about our school programs. Please note that St. Elizabeth School exclusively serves students with special needs.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Elizabeth School offer?
St. Elizabeth School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Figure Skating, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Kayaking, Nordic Skiing, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field, Weightlifting and Winter Track. St. Elizabeth School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Elizabeth School?
The application deadline for St. Elizabeth School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Elizabeth School located?
St. Elizabeth School is located in the Ednor Gardens Lakeside neighborhood of Baltimore, MD.
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