Potomac, MD · 1–12
Last verified August 20, 2026
8224 Lochinver Ln, 20854 · (240) 395-2454
Enrollment
477
Student:teacher
5:1
Published tuition
$49,000–$61,750
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary2026-2027 | Kindergarten – Grade 1 | $49,000 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Grades 2 – 4 | $54,600 | — |
| Middle school2026-2027 | Grades 5 – 8 | $61,150 | — |
| High school2026-2027 | Grades 9 – 12 | $61,750 | — |
Head of school
Barry Davis
Head of School
Curriculum & special classes
McLean School offers a K-12 college preparatory curriculum designed to support bright students' individual learning strengths and challenges. It is traditional without being rigid, challenging without being intimidating, and designed with the real world in mind, preparing students intellectually and socially by encouraging self-advocacy and building self-confidence.
Financial aid
Financial Assistance at McLean is based on need and guided by the objective analysis provided by Clarity, their Financial Assistance platform. Decisions are made by the School’s Financial Assistance Committee, with awards defraying the cost of tuition and fees.
Before & after school care
Before school
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After school
McLean operates a Late After School Bus for Middle and Upper School students participating in after-school activities at 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm. The 5:00 pm bus drops off at the Grosvenor Metro, MD; MacArthur Blvd., DC; and McLean Presbyterian Church in VA. The 6:30 pm bus services Grosvenor Metro, MD; and McLean Presbyterian Church, VA.
Cost
Transportation via "Cluster Bus Stops" has a flat fee of $2,750 per student. "Satellite Bus Stops" near campus are provided at no charge.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
McLean School's admission process encourages prospective families to Inquire, Visit, and then Apply. The school emphasizes a college preparatory model with small classes and differentiated instruction.
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