The Field School

At The Field School, we honor the individuality of each student by fostering an environment that is creative, connected, and inclusive.
Through research-based, innovative teaching and learning, Field faculty inspire students in grades 6-12 to become bold thinkers, inspired learners, and creative problem solvers.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked DC School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $52,750
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 5 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Field School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1972

Student Body

Total Students
352 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
The Field School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
71%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 5 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition for the 2023-24 School Year Middle School (grades 6-8) $52,750 Upper School: (grades 9-12) $54,335
% on Financial Aid
17%
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Jason Hersom
Admissions Associate
Kate Breslin

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
44 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Room, Bienvenue en Français, can American Television and Sitcom, Ciao Field School!, Clay and Glaze Chemistry, Coding and Robotics, Creative Writing Club, Discover DC, Exercise and Understanding the Human Body, Feminism and How to be a Woman, Field News, GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance), History and Philosophy of Science, LGBTQ+ Films: From Subtext to Text, Magical Realism in Fiction and Film, Middle School Math Olympiad, Model United Nations, Nihongo!Ikimashou! Japanese Language and Culture (US), Personal Learning Project: Humanities, Poetry Writing Lab, Public Speaking, Relativity and Cosmology, Screenwriting and Moviemaking, SDLC (Student Diversity Leadership Committee), Social Activism: How Do We Enact Change?, Social Entrepreneurship, Sports Analytics Club, Spy Thrillers: Behind the Scenes at the CIA, Stem Lab, Supreme: Understanding American Constitutional Law, Tanoshimi Nihongo Japanese Language and Culture (MS), The American Road: Traveling America & "The Road" as Metaphor, The Educated Consumer, U.S. Latinx Narratives of Awakening

Arts and Music Programs:
Ceramics Studio, Darkroom Photography, Field Music Collective, Field Music Selective, Film Studies, History and Practice of Craft Arts of Appalachia, Musical Theater, Photography for the Novice, Theater Troupe, Vocal Coaching

School Notes

  • At The Field School, we honor the individuality of each student by fostering an environment that is creative, connected, and inclusive. Through research-based, innovative teaching and learning, Field inspires students to discover their authentic selves and distinctive paths to become empathetic, creative thinkers who act boldly to shape our shared future. The Field School is a 6-12th grade independent school located in Northwest Washington, DC, and is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Associations of Independent Maryland & DC Schools.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Field School cost?
The Field School's tuition is approximately $52,750 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Field School?
The acceptance rate of The Field School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 60%.
What sports does The Field School offer?
The Field School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is The Field School's ranking?
The Field School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for The Field School?
The application deadline for The Field School is Jan. 5 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 5 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is The Field School located?
The Field School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 61 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked DC School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $52,750
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 5 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,363 for elementary schools and $33,185 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 60% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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