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 Facts (2025-26)
- 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
Campus Size
17 acres
Student Body
Total Students
60 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Education is the door to opportunity.
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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