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Georgetown Preparatory School

  • LocationNorth Bethesda, MD
  • Type and sizeParish school · Grades 9–12 · 500 students

All-male

Official website

Georgetown Preparatory School is a Jesuit Catholic boarding and day school for boys in North Bethesda, Maryland. Its mission and ministry program includes a retreat for each grade from 9 to 12, a weekly all-school Mass on the school calendar, a weekly campus-wide Ignatian Examen, and a four-year theology sequence with a service requirement at each grade. Its clubs include a pro-life advocacy club and a justice group linked to the Jesuit Refugee Service.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 1

  • Tuesday9:44 AM–10:18 AM · Listed on the school calendar as All School Community: Weekly Mass for Tuesday, September 29.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 12, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Calendar | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/about/calendars · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Tuesday, September 29 All School Community: Weekly Mass 9:44 AM - 10:18 AM”
    The school calendar lists an all-school Weekly Mass (Tuesday, September 29, 9:44 to 10:18 AM).

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Georgetown Preparatory School, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miHoly Cross Catholic Church: 0.6 mi1Saint Jane Frances de Chantal: 1.4 mi2Holy Redeemer Church: 1.9 mi3Saint Elizabeths Catholic Church: 2.1 mi4Shrine of Saint Jude Catholic Church: 2.4 mi5Saint Catherine Laboure Church: 2.5 mi6Georgetown Preparatory School (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Holy Cross Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · 4900 Strathmore Avenue, Garrett Park
  2. Saint Jane Frances de Chantal — 1.4 mi · 9601 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda
  3. Holy Redeemer Church — 1.9 mi · 9705 Summit Avenue, Kensington
  4. Saint Elizabeths Catholic Church — 2.1 mi
  5. Shrine of Saint Jude Catholic Church — 2.4 mi · 12701 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville
  6. Saint Catherine Laboure Church — 2.5 mi · 11801 Claridge Road, Wheaton

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearWeekly (The school calendar labels it 'Community: Weekly Mass' and lists it for Tuesday, September 29. The frequency is taken from the school's own label.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Calendar | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/about/calendars · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Tuesday, September 29 All School Community: Weekly Mass 9:44 AM - 10:18 AM”
      The school calendar lists an all-school Weekly Mass (Tuesday, September 29, 9:44 to 10:18 AM).
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (A Jesuit priest is named as President; no page names a chaplain. Mass is on the published calendar. Recorded as parttime.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Our Leadership | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/about/leadership · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Rev. James R. Van Dyke, S.J., President of Georgetown Preparatory School”
      A Jesuit priest, Rev. James R. Van Dyke, S.J., is named as the school's President.
    2. Calendar | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/about/calendars · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Tuesday, September 29 All School Community: Weekly Mass 9:44 AM - 10:18 AM”
      The school calendar lists an all-school Weekly Mass (Tuesday, September 29, 9:44 to 10:18 AM).
N/ATheology and curriculum: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Theology and curriculum

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Years of theology or religion requiredFour years (Theology is a four-year requirement, Theology I through IV, and every grade has a service requirement attached to the theology curriculum.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Departments | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Theology – 4 years”
      Theology is a four-year requirement.
      “Theology IV Electives (ex: Anatomy, Engineering)”
      The sample course of study places Theology I through Theology IV in grades 9 to 12.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (Theology III is Christian Ethics and Social Justice, a required theology course.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-27 Academic Catalogue | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1776187547/georgetown/fqid1wtynzq4iokt3kky/2026-27-AcademicCatalogue.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This course will focus on Christian ethics, both personal”
      Theology III (Christian Ethics and Social Justice) is a theology course in Christian ethics, and it is part of the required theology sequence.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Freshman, sophomore, junior (Kairos) and senior retreats are described.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreat Program | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/mission-ministry/retreat-program · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each year, Prep students go on a retreat, from the freshman "Finding God In All Things" hike to the senior "Living the Fourth" retreat.”
      Every grade from freshman to senior has a retreat.
      “In this select program, 30-40 seniors are invited to serve as Big Brothers to incoming freshmen.”
      The Love in Action program selects 30 to 40 seniors who lead retreats, Examens and liturgy planning.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffTwo or more (Two professional ministry staff are listed: Campus Minister for Retreats and Prayer and Director of Mission and Ministry. The staff administrative assistant is not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff Directory | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/about/faculty-staff-directory · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Mrs. Mary Kate Cervin Campus Minister for Retreats and Prayer”
      Mary Kate Cervin is listed as Campus Minister for Retreats and Prayer.
      “Dr. John Krambuhl Director of Mission and Ministry”
      Dr. John Krambuhl is listed as Director of Mission and Ministry.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Guadalupe Society and JRS Action Team are both listed as student clubs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Extracurricular Activities Brochure | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1758146956/georgetown/libufu6ejf1mksbd5j30/FinalExtracurricularActivitiesBrochure.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Society is a compassionate and discerning pro life advocacy club.”
      The Guadalupe Society is a student pro-life advocacy club.
      “The Georgetown Prep JRS Action Team seeks to bring the mission and message of the Jesuit Refugee Service to our campus.”
      The JRS Action Team is a student justice group that brings the Jesuit Refugee Service mission to campus.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayNot enough information: not found in official sources.
AService and Catholic social teaching: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required service hours40 or more hours over four years (Required service: 10 + 15 + 20 hours in grades 9 to 11, plus 40 senior hours or an immersion trip. Both paths total 40 or more.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Academic Departments | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshmen – 10 hours Sophomores – 15 hours Juniors – 20 hours Seniors – 40 hours of service OR the successful completion of a Prep immersion trip”
      Required service is set at each grade level of the theology curriculum: 10, 15 and 20 hours for grades 9 to 11, and 40 hours or an immersion trip for seniors.
    2. Service | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/mission-ministry/service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshmen will complete a minimum of 10 hours, sophomores will complete a minimum of 15 hours, and juniors will complete a minimum of 20 hours.”
      Underclassmen have minimum service hours by grade.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesYes (Theology III, in the required theology sequence, is taught through Catholic social teaching.)
    Sources (1)
    1. 2026-27 Academic Catalogue | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1776187547/georgetown/fqid1wtynzq4iokt3kky/2026-27-AcademicCatalogue.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “This course will focus on Christian ethics, both personal”
      Theology III (Christian Ethics and Social Justice) is a theology course in Christian ethics, and it is part of the required theology sequence.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Extracurricular Activities Brochure | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1758146956/georgetown/libufu6ejf1mksbd5j30/FinalExtracurricularActivitiesBrochure.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Society is a compassionate and discerning pro life advocacy club.”
      The Guadalupe Society is a student pro-life advocacy club.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes
    Sources (2)
    1. Extracurricular Activities Brochure | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1758146956/georgetown/libufu6ejf1mksbd5j30/FinalExtracurricularActivitiesBrochure.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Georgetown Prep JRS Action Team seeks to bring the mission and message of the Jesuit Refugee Service to our campus.”
      The JRS Action Team is a student justice group that brings the Jesuit Refugee Service mission to campus.
    2. Immersion Program | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/mission-ministry/immersion-program · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Prep's immersion program offers rising seniors the opportunity to grow in: Solidarity with the poor and marginalized”
      The school runs summer service immersion trips for rising seniors, built around solidarity with the poor.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • A retreat is held for each grade from 9 to 12.
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreat Program | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/mission-ministry/retreat-program · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each year, Prep students go on a retreat, from the freshman "Finding God In All Things" hike to the senior "Living the Fourth" retreat.”
      Every grade from freshman to senior has a retreat.
  • Required service totals at least 40 hours across grades 9 to 12, with 40 senior hours or an immersion trip.
    Sources (2)
    1. Academic Departments | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshmen – 10 hours Sophomores – 15 hours Juniors – 20 hours Seniors – 40 hours of service OR the successful completion of a Prep immersion trip”
      Required service is set at each grade level of the theology curriculum: 10, 15 and 20 hours for grades 9 to 11, and 40 hours or an immersion trip for seniors.
    2. Service | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/mission-ministry/service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Freshmen will complete a minimum of 10 hours, sophomores will complete a minimum of 15 hours, and juniors will complete a minimum of 20 hours.”
      Underclassmen have minimum service hours by grade.
  • Theology is a four-year requirement, with a service requirement at each grade.
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Departments | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/academics/academic-departments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Theology – 4 years”
      Theology is a four-year requirement.
      “Freshmen – 10 hours Sophomores – 15 hours Juniors – 20 hours Seniors – 40 hours of service OR the successful completion of a Prep immersion trip”
      Required service is set at each grade level of the theology curriculum: 10, 15 and 20 hours for grades 9 to 11, and 40 hours or an immersion trip for seniors.
  • A pro-life advocacy club and a justice group are listed among the student clubs.
    Sources (1)
    1. Extracurricular Activities Brochure | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolresources.finalsite.net/images/v1758146956/georgetown/libufu6ejf1mksbd5j30/FinalExtracurricularActivitiesBrochure.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Society is a compassionate and discerning pro life advocacy club.”
      The Guadalupe Society is a student pro-life advocacy club.
      “The Georgetown Prep JRS Action Team seeks to bring the mission and message of the Jesuit Refugee Service to our campus.”
      The JRS Action Team is a student justice group that brings the Jesuit Refugee Service mission to campus.
  • The whole campus prays the Ignatian Examen each Wednesday afternoon.
    Sources (1)
    1. Examen | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/mission-ministry/examen · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Each Wednesday afternoon, the entire campus at Georgetown Prep pauses to pray an Ignatian Examen.”
      The whole campus prays the Ignatian Examen each Wednesday afternoon.

Concerns

  • The named priest is the President.
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Leadership | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/about/leadership · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Rev. James R. Van Dyke, S.J., President of Georgetown Preparatory School”
      A Jesuit priest, Rev. James R. Van Dyke, S.J., is named as the school's President.

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Campus ministry home

Mission and Ministry, Georgetown Preparatory School

  • Address: 10900 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel

Source: gprep.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, gprep.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, gprep.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 1 off campus, 4 location not published

Service 1

  • Summer service immersion tripsOff campus
    Summer, for rising seniors
    Immersion trips in the summer of 2026, including Bethlehem Farm, Pine Ridge, Los Angeles Urban Plunge and Somos Amigos in Costa Rica.
    gprep.org

Faith formation 2

  • Ignatian ExamenOn campus
    Wednesday afternoons
    The whole campus pauses to pray the Examen.
    gprep.org
  • Love in Action Leadership Program
    Select program of 30 to 40 seniors who serve as Big Brothers to freshmen, help lead retreats and liturgies, and lead Ignatian meditations and Examens.
    gprep.org

Clubs and groups 2

Retreats 1

  • Retreats (one for each grade)
    Each year
    Freshman one-day hike, sophomore overnight, junior four-day Kairos, and senior overnight 'Living the Fourth'.
    gprep.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (3)
  1. Mission and Ministry | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/mission-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “A combination of religious studies, retreats, personal and communal prayer, the celebration of the Eucharist, and opportunities to engage in service”
    The mission and ministry program includes religious studies, retreats, prayer, the Eucharist and service.
    “A combination of religious studies, retreats, personal and communal prayer, the celebration of the Eucharist, and opportunities to engage in service”
    The mission and ministry program includes religious studies, retreats, prayer, the Eucharist and service.
  2. Visit | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/admissions/visit · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “10900 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852”
    The school's address is 10900 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852.
  3. Our Campus | Georgetown Preparatory Schoolgprep.org/about/our-campus · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The campus features a nine-hole golf course, a free-standing Chapel, and inviting outdoor seating areas”
    The campus has a free-standing chapel, the Chapel of Our Lady of Lourdes.

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Academic Excellence

AAcademic Excellence: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
98 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.99%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.8.3 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeParish school
DioceseArchdiocese of Washington, DC
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)500
Students in grades 9–12500
Coed or single-sexAll-male
Student–teacher ratio8.3 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges99%
SettingCity

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Washington

His Eminence Cardinal Robert McElroy, Archbishop of Washington

Formal address: “Your Eminence”

Source: adw.org, adw.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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