The Greentree School is a Type III Transitional School, licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education, for youth placed in the Greentree Adolescent Program (GAP)at the National Center for Children and Families (NCCF).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MD School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Greentree School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
5 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Creating Change & Shaping Communities For Those In Need
- The Greentree School is a Type III Transitional School, licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education, for youth placed in the Greentree Adolescent Program (GAP)at the National Center for Children and Families (NCCF).
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Marian Wright Edelman, prominent child advocate
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from The Greentree School?
The Greentree School famous alumni include: Marian Wright Edelman, prominent child advocate.
What is The Greentree School's ranking?
The Greentree School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Greentree School?
The application deadline for The Greentree School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(301) 320-1067
Bethesda, MD 20817
(301) 320-1067
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(301) 652-7751
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 652-7751
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(301) 229-6107
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(301) 229-6107
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(240) 395-0698
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(240) 467-2100
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(240) 467-2100
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