Boarding Pass is a series about the top 8 boarding high schools across the US, produced by Vietcetera in collaboration with FindingSchool.Explore Now

Gunston Day School United States Flag

B- 4.0 Maryland, US
Or via social:
Home Day schools Gunston Day School

School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
B-
Matriculation B-
Academics B+
Extracurriculars B
Community B+
Reviews C
Gunston Day School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for motivated and capable students. Gunston fosters a supportive and challenging environment where the art of learning is practiced by encouraging critical thinking, creativity, stewardship, and self-discipline. The school community is committed to high standards of academic achievement, ethical behavior, and physical fitness.
Show more
Gunston Day School With Reviews, Requirements 2025 | FindingSchool
If you'd like to add Gunston Day School to your favorites, compare it with other schools, or share it with friends, here are some quick links.

School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$29850
Enrollment
242
International Students
9%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:9
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
26
Class Size
11

Matriculation

(2021-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#7 Johns Hopkins University 1 +
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1 +
#10 Duke University 1 +
#10 Northwestern University 1 +
LAC #2 Amherst College 1 +
#17 Cornell University 1 +
#18 Columbia University 1 +
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 +

Academics

AP Courses

(16)
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
European History
Physics C: Mechanics
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
English Literature and Composition
Environmental Science
European History
Physics C: Mechanics
Spanish Language and Culture
United States History
Biology
Computer Science A
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
United States Government and Politics
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Comparative Government and Politics
Human Geography
View all

Sports

(12)
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Basketball
Crew
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Golf
Lacrosse
Sailing
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Triathlon
Volleyball
View all

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(17)
Academic Team
Environmental Club
G.S.A. - Gender Spectrum Alliance
Math Club
Chess Club
Diversity Leaders
Academic Team
Environmental Club
G.S.A. - Gender Spectrum Alliance
Math Club
Chess Club
Diversity Leaders
Film & Screenwriting Club
Mock Trial
Science and Engineering
Art "Curators" Club
Business & Investment
Effectrix Literary Magazine
G.I.V.E.
Christian Athletes
Mental Health Awareness
Model UN Technology
Yearbook
View all

Arts

(7)
Art History
Painting
Photography
Pottery
Studio Art
Woodworking
Art History
Painting
Photography
Pottery
Studio Art
Woodworking
Art
View all

Contact Info

https://www.gunston.org
911 Gunston Road, PO Box 200, Centreville, MD 21617
410-758-0620
Maryland

Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: 9-12
Suburban
IB: No
Year Founded: 1911
Campus Size: 35 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Recommended
Boarding
The Madeira School United States Flag
4.6
Recommended
Day school
Sanford School United States Flag
5.0

Frequently Ask Questions about Gunston Day School

Tell me a bit about Gunston Day School.
Gunston Day School is Co-ed private day school located in Maryland, US. It was founded 1911 , and currently has about 242 students, 9.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.gunston.org.
Does Gunston Day School have rigorous academic requirements?
Gunston Day School is offering 16 AP courses.

Gunston Day School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Gunston Day School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2021-2023, some students attended Princeton University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Pennsylvania, Duke University and Northwestern University.
What is the application requirement for Gunston Day School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Gunston Day School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Gunston Day School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Gunston Day School in 2024 is $29,850 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
Where is Gunston Day School located?
Gunston Day School is located in the State of Maryland of USA. The closest major city is Baltimore, which is about 32 miles away from school. Most families can choose Baltimore-Washington International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is Gunston Day School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Gunston Day School is within top 900 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Gunston Day School has been favorited by 5 users.
How to start with an application with Gunston Day School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Gunston Day School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Gunston Day School’s official site: https://www.gunston.org or call them at 410-758-0620.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Gunston Day School?
Yes, here are few: Annapolis Area Christian School, Saints Peter & Paul High School and Key School-MD.

The closest major city is Baltimore. You can find out more schools near Baltimore here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Gunston Day School?
The overall rating for Gunston Day School is B-.

The section ratings of Gunston Day School are:
B- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
C for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore is a historic city in Maryland, known for its significant role as a major seaport. Located at the mouth of the Inner Harbor, the city is home to Fort McHenry, where the U.S. national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was penned. The Inner Harbor today features a vibrant mix of shops, seafood restaurants, and attractions like the USS Constellation, a Civil War-era warship, and the National Aquarium, which hosts a diverse array of marine life. Baltimore’s rich cultural and maritime heritage continues to attract visitors year-round.
Population (2022) 636,919
Cost of Living Higher than average 9%
Nearby Airport Baltimore-Washington International Airport
FindingSchool collects its data from a variety of reliable sources, including schools, advisors, official U.S. statistics, and feedback from actual parents and students.
Feedback
Compare()
Go to compare
Remove all
You can turn on this tab back by hovering on Compare Tool and choose showing widget.
Hide list
()