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Fusion Academy Washington D.C.
The River School Top 7 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (DC)
St. Anselm's Abbey School Top 3 · Most AP Courses (DC)

Best District Of Columbia Alternative Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 alternative private schools serving 516 students in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked alternative private schools in District Of Columbia include The River School and St. Anselm's Abbey School.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia private school average acceptance rate of 50%.
50% of alternative private schools in District Of Columbia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 516

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 516

Top Ranked District Of Columbia Alternative Private Schools (2026)

The River School Photo
The River School
Gr: NS-5 | 185 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8
Alternative School
4880 Macarthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
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St. Anselm's Abbey School Photo
St. Anselm's Abbey School
Gr: 6-12 | 247 students
Sports: 13
All-boys | Alternative School (Catholic)
4501 South Dakota Ave Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 269-2350
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Fusion Academy Washington D.C. Photo
Fusion Academy Washington D.C.
Gr: 6-12
Avg. class size: 1 student
Alternative School
2000 Florida Ave. NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20009
(877) 673-8893
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Map of San Miguel School
San Miguel School
Gr: 6-8 | 84 students
All-boys | Alternative School (Catholic)
7705 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 232-8345
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4
Private Schools
516
Students
$34,098
Avg. Tuition
7
Avg. Class Size
42%
Students of Color
6:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked alternative private schools in District Of Columbia include The River School and St. Anselm's Abbey School.
How many alternative private schools are located in District Of Columbia?
4 alternative private schools are located in District Of Columbia.
What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in District Of Columbia?
50% of alternative private schools in District Of Columbia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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