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St. Augustine School is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic school in Washington, D.C., sponsored by St. Augustine Catholic Church, the mother church of black Catholics in the District of Columbia.
Founded in 1858, four years before public education became mandatory for black children in the nation's capital - our school is accredited by the Middle States Association.
It's governed by the mandates of the Archdiocese of Washington Catholic Schools Office and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education in the District of Columbia.
Introduction to OrchestraLiturgical Dance Ministry
Sewing ClubSpelling Bee Club
Varsity Girls BasketballYouth Leadership Foundation (YLF)
Recreational Athletic Programs:
CheerleadingFencing Club
Junior Varsity Boys BasketballRookie Basketball
Rookie Boys BasketballVarsity Boys Basketball
School Notes
School Motto: 'Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established.'
St. Augustine School is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic
school in Washington, D.C., sponsored by St. Augustine Catholic
Church, the mother church of black Catholics in the District of
Columbia. Founded in 1858 four years before public education became
mandatory for black children in the nation's capital - our school
is accredited by the Middle States Association. It's governed by
the mandates of the Archdiocese of Washington Catholic Schools
Office and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education in
the District of Columbia.
When is the application deadline for St. Augustine Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Augustine Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Augustine Catholic School located?
St. Augustine Catholic School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.
School Calendar
View the St. Augustine Catholic School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day for Afterschool Activity Registration
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
First Day of Afterschool Activities
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break begins
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Closed - Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation)
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