Archbishop Carroll High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Archbishop Carroll High School is a co-educational, International Baccalaureate school under the direction of the Archdiocese of Washington.
We welcome a diverse student body from over 40 nationalities, sixty zip codes and forty feeder schools.
We empower a wide array of students to think critically, creatovely and morally.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked DC School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 383 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,640
Acceptance rate: 100%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Archbishop Carroll High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Archbishop Carroll High School
9	98
10	103
11	98
12	84

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Year Founded

1951

Colors

Green, Gold

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

383 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

99%

State avg.: 49%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,640

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Tuition Notes

Financial Aid is available through TADS. Archdiocesan employees receive a 50% tuition rate. Merit scholarships are available for students with exceptional academic potential.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

TIffani Scurlock

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

99% of the Class of 2014 were accepted to college; 25% were admitted to top 50 selective colleges (US News)
2014 graduates received $123,000 average in college scholarships.
1:9 student teacher ratio
School wide gains in I.B. scores every since the implemementation of the program
Generous donors support carroll with over $2 million per year, an average of $4,700 per student

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Archbishop Carroll High School cost?

Archbishop Carroll High School's tuition is approximately $12,640 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Archbishop Carroll High School?

The acceptance rate of Archbishop Carroll High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 50%.

What is Archbishop Carroll High School's ranking?

Archbishop Carroll High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Archbishop Carroll High School?

The application deadline for Archbishop Carroll High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Archbishop Carroll High School located?

Archbishop Carroll High School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,412 for elementary schools and $36,096 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 50% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).