At Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, we believe the loving, good person - even alone - can make a difference in today's world. Through a comprehensive approach to learning, Good Counsel High School educates the whole person. We inspire our students to excel, serve and love.
Within our halls, students will find not only top-notch academics, but also a broad range of athletics, arts, and service opportunities.
As a Xaverian Catholic learning community, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School is committed to preparing students with diverse learning abilities for the challenges of life by providing programs and activities that advance academic excellence and service to others; foster spiritual, emotional, and social growth; promote inclusion of all community members; and embody the Xaverian values of humility, trust, zeal, compassion, and simplicity upon which the school is founded.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MD School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,289 students
- Yearly Tuition: $30,995
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 6
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Documented Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1993, 2002
Campus Size
51 acres
Student Body
Total Students
1,289 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
49%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
20 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 6
Yearly Tuition Cost
$30,995
Tuition Notes
Includes daily lunch and fees for most books.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Maria Nichols
Admissions Associate
Dane Smith
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
20 sports
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
- At Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, we believe the loving, good person - even alone - can make a difference in today's world. Through a comprehensive approach to learning, Good Counsel High School educates the whole person. We inspire our students to excel, serve and love.
- Within our halls, students will find not only top-notch academics, but also a broad range of athletics, arts, and service opportunities.
- As a Xaverian Catholic learning community, Our Lady of Good Counsel High School is committed to preparing students with diverse learning abilities for the challenges of life by providing programs and activities that advance academic excellence and service to others; foster spiritual, emotional, and social growth; promote inclusion of all community members; and embody the Xaverian values of humility, trust, zeal, compassion, and simplicity upon which the school is founded.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School cost?
Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School's tuition is approximately $30,995 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School?
The acceptance rate of Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School offer?
Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for most sports offered.
What is Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Good Counsel High School is Dec. 6.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of Classes
June 01, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Faculty/Staff
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of Classes and Opening School Mass
August 27, 2026 (Thursday)
Labor Day (school closed)
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (school closed)
January 18, 2027 (Monday)
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