Blessed Sacrament School (DC) (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked DC School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 519 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,905
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 26 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Blessed Sacrament School (DC) ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Blessed Sacrament School (DC)
Kind	63
1	55
2	59
3	47
4	60
5	55
6	64
7	57
8	59

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1923

School Calendar

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Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2012, 2019

Campus Size

4 acres

Student Body

Total Students

519 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 49%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

56 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

42%

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 26 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,905

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Tuition Notes

Tuition for non-Catholic families is $13,785.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Allison Cogswell

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerTrack and Field

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

22 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

After School ArtAftercare Program

Baking ClubChess

Community ServiceCraft Club

Fitness ClubHomework Club

Lego ClubMath Club

Podcast ClubSchool Newspaper

ScoutsSpeech and Debate

Stem ClubStudent Council

Yearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

Advanced BandBeginner Band

Ceramics ClubChoir

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CYO Sports

School Notes

Blessed Sacrament School is a neighborhood school in Northwest Washington, DC dedicated to educational excellence for grades K-8. For 102 years, we have been known for our combination of rigorous academics and faith formation.
Our mission is to assist parents -- our students' primary teachers -- in the formation of the "whole child," helping each student grow academically, spiritually, morally, emotionally and physically.

School Motto: Courtesy, Acceptance and Respect for Everyone
School Mascot: Bulldogs

Blessed Sacrament is a parish, neighborhood school dedicated to excellence within an atmosphere of Christian love and concern. This goal of excellence is rooted in the teaching mission of the Catholic Church, a mission to assist parents in the development of the whole child. This means giving attention to the child's spiritual, intellectual, moral, emotional and physical growth. We believe that this can best be accomplished within a community of persons which share a family-like love for each member of the community, along with a determination to work together to accomplish our common goals.Our primary goal is to direct the child toward a mature Christian life. The achievement of growth into a life of full participation within the Christian community should be nurtured within the school setting. The Eucharistic celebrations, communal prayer, and participation in sacramental liturgical celebration are all ways in which the children are guided toward a mature relationship with their Savior, Jesus Christ.Because Blessed Sacrament School believes so firmly in the concept of education for the future, we are determined to strive for excellence in all aspects of the curriculum. The administration and faculty direct their efforts towards continuous program evaluation, quality program development, and professional growth and development. These efforts enable the faculty to enrich the lives of those they teach.Among many educational ideals, the concept of individual needs stands out as basic to our philosophy. Therefore, we are determined to do as much as we can to identify individual needs, research available alternatives, and select for each student the best course of action we are able to provide. Such a concept assumes the investment of time, personnel, money, and effort. Given the assets which we have, we are determined to do as much as possible to ensure that each student achieves his/her potential, thus developing the talent bestowed by God. Perhaps the strongest tool we have toward the achievement of these goals/ideals is our experience of community, unity, and dedication within the faculty and staff. Believing in the basic premise that a child's welfare is central to a successful education, the faculty shares its concerns. By working together we can solve problems and arrive at solutions for the good of all. We believe that a strong spirit of dedication and unity among the faculty will promote a student body which is more apt to care for every member as if it were truly a family.Maintaining ourselves as a parish, neighborhood school is another advantage, which we strive to continue. The success of the students, faculty, and entire school is the result of a close working relationship within the community. The school is an integral part of the parish, sharing in its liturgies, social outreach, and parish problems as well as its blessings. Students are aware of the needs among families, sharing themselves through prayer, or offering whatever assistance they can. This close working relationship is life-giving to the school community.Because we believe in the necessity of nurturing each individual, we try to provide an atmosphere of friendliness throughout the school. A sense of family characterizes our classrooms; a spirit of caring motivates our actions toward each other; and an attitude of Christian love is evident in the respect which we accord to each other. Parental support and caring are also evident in the areas of home-school association and fundraising. Even more important, parental support is present in the daily life of the school as parent volunteers help with lunch duty, serve as room parents, assist with field trips, work with children on extracurricular activities, and generally lend support where it is needed. This close working relationship adds to the family spirit of the school leaving us free to be ourselves with the knowledge that we will be accepted by our classmates and teachers as brother or sister in the family of God.Finally, because we are a Christian educational facility, we see ourselves as journeying together to the future, a future ripe with hope because we walk with each other as we all walk with Christ.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Blessed Sacrament School (DC) cost?

Blessed Sacrament School (DC)'s tuition is approximately $12,905 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Blessed Sacrament School (DC)?

The acceptance rate of Blessed Sacrament School (DC) is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 50%.

What sports does Blessed Sacrament School (DC) offer?

Blessed Sacrament School (DC) offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Track and Field.

What is Blessed Sacrament School (DC)'s ranking?

Blessed Sacrament School (DC) ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Blessed Sacrament School (DC)?

The application deadline for Blessed Sacrament School (DC) is Jan. 26 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 26 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Blessed Sacrament School (DC) located?

Blessed Sacrament School (DC) is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest 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).