The Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys provides is a faith based, academically rigorous, family-oriented, and financially accessible episcopal education to boys in chronically underserved areas east of the anacostia river.
It is a fitting continuation of Bishop Walker's commitment to youth and to the nation's capital.
We nurture the spiritual, intellectual, social, physical and artistic development of our students in a Christian community of learners that welcomes boys of all faith traditions.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bishop John T Walker School For Boys 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 Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 15, 2025
Campus Size
17
School Motto
Education is the door to opportunity.
Student Body
Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bishop John T Walker School For Boys?
The application deadline for Bishop John T Walker School For Boys is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bishop John T Walker School For Boys located?
Bishop John T Walker School For Boys is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 8 other private schools located in Southeast Washington.
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