Edmund Burke School Photo - 4101 Connecticut Avenue NW

Top 20 Best Washington Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 72 private elementary schools serving 15,068 students in Washington, DC.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Washington, DC include Maret School, National Cathedral School, and Sidwell Friends School.
The average tuition cost is $28,890, which is same as the District Of Columbia private elementary school average tuition cost of $28,890.
50% of private elementary schools in Washington, DC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Washington Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Edmund Burke School
Edmund Burke School Photo - 4101 Connecticut Avenue NW
Special Program Emphasis
(4)
4101 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 362-8882
Grades: 6-12
| 298 students
The Field School
The Field School Photo - At Field, we empower students to choose colleges best suited for their talents and passions, and our college counseling team is dedicated to helping them find those great fits. The students in the Class of 2024 were accepted to 143 colleges and universities nationwide and internationally. View our website (fieldschool.org) to learn more about our graduates.
(1)
2301 Foxhall Road NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 295-5839
Grades: 6-12
| 364 students
National Presbyterian School
National Presbyterian School Photo - National Presbyterian School is located in Northwest, DC, near the Tenleytown Metro stop and shares a 12 acre campus with National Presbyterian Church.
(Presbyterian)
4121 Nebraska Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-7569
Grades: NS-6
| 306 students
The River School
The River School Photo - The River School offers an inviting, inclusive space for learning where children (18 months - Grade 5) are inspired to observe, wonder and experiment in a nurturing environment. We provide a strong academic foundation through creative, evidence-based teaching. Children are inspired to love learning, become critical thinkers, solve problems, and engage in meaningful inquiry. We are a caring, connected community.
Alternative School
4880 Macarthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Grades: NS-5
| 223 students
St. Anselm's Abbey School
St. Anselm's Abbey School Photo - Our rigorous curriculum is second to none. You will take 7APs to graduate from our school. Students receive over $5 million dollars in merit scholarships to college each year.
All-boys | Alternative School (Catholic)
4501 South Dakota Ave Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 269-2350
Grades: 6-12
| 247 students
Fusion Academy Washington D.C.
Fusion Academy Washington D.C. Photo - Classes at Fusion are one-to-one: one student and one teacher per classroom. Students have different teachers for different subjects, and teachers act as mentors in the one-to-one setting.
Alternative School
2000 Florida Ave. NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20009
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
MYSA School
MYSA School Photo - MYSA students take weekly experiential learning trips to engage within the community and integrate studies. The community is the classroom. These excursions integrate students' classes and curricular 'Connect units.'
(3)
1500 Harvard St. NW
Washington, DC 20009
(301) 915-0955
Grades: K-8
| 40 students
Waterfront Academy
Waterfront Academy Photo - Elementary students exploring the microscope.
Montessori School (Catholic)
924 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
Grades: PK-8
| 55 students
3500 Woodley Road NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6485
Grades: PK-3
| 374 students
Blessed Sacrament School (DC)
Blessed Sacrament School (DC) Photo
(Catholic)
5841 Chevy Chase Pkwy NW
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 966-6682
Grades: K-8
| 489 students
2001 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007
(703) 829-3700
Grades: PK-12
| 590 students
Christian Family Montessori
Christian Family Montessori Photo
Montessori School (Christian)
(2)
201 Allison St., NW, Suite B
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 722-1520
Grades: K-6
| 110 students
Georgetown Day School
Georgetown Day School Photo
(2)
4200 Davenport Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Grades: PK-12
| 1,050 students
Holy Trinity School
Holy Trinity School Photo - Holy Trinity School, 1325 36th Street, NW Washington, DC 20007
(Catholic)
(1)
1325 36th St NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2339
Grades: PK-8
| 326 students
The Lab School Of Washington
Special Education School
4759 Reservoir Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 944-2224
Grades: 1-12
| 329 students
Lowell School
Lowell School Photo - Students at every grade-level enjoy hands-on STEAM education.
(10)
1640 Kalmia Road NW
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
Grades: PK-8
| 313 students
Maret School
Maret School Photo - Upper School students gather in the Theatre weekly for Convocation, a meeting run by Student Council.
(1)
3000 Cathedral Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 939-8814
Grades: K-12
| 659 students
North Campus: 6045 16th St., NW; South Campus 4715 16th St., NW
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 291-5737
Grades: PK-8
| 518 students
Montessori School Of Chevy Chase
Montessori School Of Chevy Chase Photo - We love our school!
Montessori School
(1)
5312 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 362-6212
Grades: NS-1
| 55 students
National Cathedral School
All-girls (Episcopal)
3612 Woodley Road NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6300
Grades: 4-12
| 595 students
St. Albans School
St. Albans School Photo
All-boys (Episcopal)
Mount St Alban
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6440
Grades: 4-12
| 576 students
St. Augustine Catholic School
St. Augustine Catholic School Photo - Elementary student
(Catholic)
1421 V Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Grades: PK-8
| 169 students
Saint Peter School
Saint Peter School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
422 3rd Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1618
Grades: PK-8
| 233 students
Sidwell Friends School
(Friends)
3825 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
Grades: PK-12
| 1,142 students
Templeton Academy DC
Templeton Academy DC Photo - Biology students doing a biodiversity study in Rock Creek Park.
(5)
406 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 847-0779
Grades: 6-12
| 81 students
Washington International School
Washington International School Photo - WIS has a regulation-size soccer field and regularly wins PVAC soccer championship banners.
Special Program Emphasis
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Grades: NS-12
| 890 students
Academia De La Recta Porta Icds
(Christian)
7614 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
Grades: PK-12
| 47 students
62 T St NE
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 269-3186
Grades: K-12
| 42 students
Acton Academy Of Washington, Dc
Montessori School
2422 K St Nw
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 495-0507
Grades: PK-7
| 30 students
Aidan Montessori School
Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment.
Montessori School
2700 27th Street, Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Grades: NS-6
| 154 students
Annunciation Catholic School
Annunciation Catholic School Photo - Kindergarten LOVES to read in their tent!
(Catholic)
(1)
3810 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Grades: PK-8
| 123 students
Bishop John T Walker School For Boys
All-boys (Episcopal)
3640 Martin Luther King Jr Ave Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 678-1515
Grades: K-5
| 60 students
Bishop John T. Walker School For Boys
All-boys (Episcopal)
1801 Mississippe Se
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 678-1515
Grades: K-5
| 83 students
The Bridges Academy
(1)
6119 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 829-1901
Grades: PK-8
| 160 students
210 South Carolina Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Grades: PK-8
| 227 students
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[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Washington, District Of Columbia

Washington, District Of Columbia Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2200 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 785-0181
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
220 Highview Place Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 562-7070
Grades: PK-8
| 182 students
Holy Redeemer Catholic School (Closed 2017)
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
1135 New Jersey Avenue Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 638-5789
Grades: PK-8
| 249 students
Holy Temple Christian Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
439 12th Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-8364
Grades: PK-8
| 72 students
Kingsbury Day School (Closed 2022)
Special Education School
5000 14th St Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 722-5555
Grades: PK-12
| 93 students
1240 Randolph St Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 234-3210
Grades: NS-5
| 56 students
6008 Georgia Avenue Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 723-3322
Grades: NS-8
| 217 students
1604 Morris Road Se
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 678-4999
Grades: 6-8
| 77 students
3740 Ely Pl., S.e.
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 584-4278
Grades: PK-8
| 176 students
2019 Rhode Island Avenue Ne
Washington, DC 20018
(202) 529-5394
Grades: PK-8
| 203 students
St. Gabriel School (Closed 2006)
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
510 Webster St NW
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 726-9212
Grades: K-8
| 172 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Washington, DC?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Washington, DC include Maret School, National Cathedral School, and Sidwell Friends School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Washington?
72 private elementary schools are located in Washington.
How much do private elementary schools cost in Washington?
The average tuition cost is $28,890, which is same as the District Of Columbia private school average tuition cost of $28,890.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Washington?
Washington private elementary schools are approximately 46% minority students, which is same as the District Of Columbia private school average of 46%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Washington?
50% of private elementary schools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private elementary schools in Washington are often viewed compared to one another?

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