Archbishop Carroll High 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 Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked DC School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,640
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1951
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
500 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Archbishop Carroll High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
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.
Admissions Director
TIffani Scurlock

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

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 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 12 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked DC School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 500 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,640
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,281 for elementary schools and $34,064 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 61% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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