Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12, PG
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $59,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $31,000
- Average class size: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Oldfields School
About the School
- Founded in 1867, our independent all-girls boarding and day school for grades 8-12, is located in Maryland`s scenic horse country near the cultural centers of Washington DC, New York, Philadelphia, and Baltimore.
- Oldfields School embraces each students` authentic self, educates through collaboration, and empowers young women`s voices. Here you will be seen, known, and heard.
- Our small school provides the flexibility to create an immersive personalized learning experience that allows each student to achieve her goals in mind, body, and spirit, grow in confidence, and be exceptionally prepared for college and beyond.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12, PG
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $59,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $31,000
- Average class size: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Oldfields School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 269 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
2026 School Data
Oldfields School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Learning Difference Programs
Mild Learning Differences
n/a
Year Founded
1867
1906
Campus Size
130 acres
125 acres
Student Body
Enrollment
32 students
320 students
% Students of Color
66%
27%
% International Students
1%
21%
% Students Boarding
60%
65%
Offers Post-Grad Year
Yes
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
No
No
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
7:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
68%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
# of AP Courses Offered
15
18
Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP English Language and Composition AP English Literature and Composition
AP Environmental ScienceAP French Language and Culture
AP Physics IAP Physics II
AP Spanish Language and Culture AP Statistics
AP US HistoryAP World History
AP World History: Modern
Tuition & Financial Aid
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$59,000
$71,797
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$31,000
$40,000
Tuition international students
$65,200
$59,000
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$47,000
$50,000
% Students on Financial Aid
45%
40%
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Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
5
17
School Mascot
Tiger
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
6
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
School Notes
- As an all-girls boarding school for over 153 years, we know that a single-sex education is life changing. While outside influences attempt to define who a girl should be, Oldfields provides a place free from that pressure-where girls can focus on who they are and safely explore and grow into who they want to be. Here, girls lead everything. We believe in the power of teenage girls, and by the time they leave us, they believe in themselves.
- Our intentionally small school means students are known and their voices are celebrated. Our 5:1 student to teacher ratio allows us to be flexible, creating unique immersive personalized academic opportunities. Our academic schedule allows breaks between classes for extra help, enrichment, or downtime, similar to a college schedule. With over 50% of the faculty living on campus, the guidance of trusted teachers and mentors extends well beyond the four walls of a classroom.
- Oldfields signature programs included a renowned Riding Program; and new this year, the Equine Science Concentration Program. Experiential learning opportunities such as May Program. As well as, The Pathways Program for real life skills and practical development.
- All our students, boarding and day, domestic and international, cherish the family-like sense of warmth and welcoming that surrounds the Oldfields experience. We learn and live together, and share an unwavering caring for and kindness towards one another. We value individuality and encourage students to use their voices to help create the student experience. You are embraced as you are because who you are "supposed" to be doesn`t exist here. The result is a shared, deep-rooted sense of belonging that makes our community a family and our campus a home.
- At Oldfields, we know the college application process can be overwhelming, and that is why we are here to help every step of the way! College counseling is an in-depth, multi-year process which helps each student prepare for and find the college, university, gap year, or post-graduate career path that fits her best. Each Oldfields senior takes responsibility for her higher education plan.
- Accreditations include Association of Independent Maryland Schools, Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, National Coalition of Girls Schools, National Association of Independent Schools.
- LD types supported: Mild Learning Differences
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Oldfields School cost?
Oldfields School's tuition is approximately $59,000 for boarding students and $31,000 for day students.
What schools are Oldfields School often compared to?
Oldfields School is often viewed alongside schools like Garrison Forest School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Oldfields School offer?
Oldfields School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance, Equestrian, Riding and Volleyball.
What is Oldfields School's ranking?
Oldfields School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Small student body (number of students) and Small average class sizes.
When is the application deadline for Oldfields School?
The application deadline for Oldfields School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Student & Alumni Reviews
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When I attend there were 180 students and it was an amazing experience. The faculty believed in me and that made all the difference. I will recommend OS to anyone, I've never felt so accepted. . .
I truly do believe that the faculty and staff at Oldfields make this school a unique one. Every member of the faculty and staff are invested in the wellbeing and success of every student here. . .
One aspect that O.S has that no other school is how our school is split into Green or White Teams. These team all year have a friendly competition that not only helps you make friends. . .
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Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12, PG
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $59,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $31,000
- Average class size: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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