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Most Selective Private High Schools in District Of Columbia

The average private high school acceptance rate in District Of Columbia is 44% per year (2026-27).
The most selective school in District Of Columbia is Sidwell Friends School and Washington International School, each with an acceptance rate of 15%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # DC Schools Ranked: 10
  • Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 15%–100%
  • DC School Avg.: 44%
  • National School Avg.: 81%

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # DC Schools Ranked: 10
  • Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 15%–100%
  • DC School Avg.: 44%
  • National School Avg.: 81%
Show school map — District Of Columbia (acceptance rate range: 15%–100%, avg 44%)
Acceptance Rate Range: 15% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 44%

Most Selective Private High Schools in District Of Columbia (2026-27)

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Map of Sidwell Friends School
#1(T1–T2)Sidwell Friends School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,142 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 33
Friends
3825 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
15%acceptance rate
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Washington International School Photo
#1(T1–T2)Washington International School
Gr: NS-12 | 890 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
15%acceptance rate
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#3Georgetown Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,050 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 26
4200 Davenport Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
(2)
24%acceptance rate
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Map of Ujamaa School
#4Ujamaa School
Gr: K-9 | 63 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
1554 8th St Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 232-2997
(2)
25%acceptance rate
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#5St. Albans School
Gr: 4-12 | 576 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 10
All-boys (Episcopal)
Mount St Alban
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6440
31%acceptance rate
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#6Gonzaga College High School
Gr: 9-12 | 962 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 19
All-boys (Catholic)
19 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 336-7100
(5)
40%acceptance rate
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Map of St. Johns College High School
#7St. Johns College High School
Gr: 9-12 | 1,279 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 24
Catholic
2607 Military Road NW, Chevy Chase
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 363-2316
45%acceptance rate
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#8St. Jerome Institute
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 12
Catholic
1800 Perry St. NE
Washington, DC 20018
(202) 390-1289
(4)
60%acceptance rate
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#9Templeton Academy DC
Gr: 6-12 | 81 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 9
406 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 847-0779
(5)
80%acceptance rate
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#10Archbishop Carroll High School
Gr: 9-12 | 383 students
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
4300 Harewood Rd Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 529-0900
100%acceptance rate
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the District Of Columbia average private high schools acceptance rate?
The District Of Columbia average private high schools acceptance rate is 44% for 2026-27.
What are the most selective private high schools in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked private high schools in District Of Columbia include Sidwell Friends School, Washington International School and Georgetown Day School.

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