For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 blue ribbon private preschools serving 778 students in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked blue ribbon private preschools in District Of Columbia include Holy Trinity School and Saint Peter School.
The average acceptance rate is 16%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private preschool average acceptance rate of 40%.
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in District Of Columbia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.
Top Ranked District Of Columbia Blue Ribbon Private Preschools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1325 36th St NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2339
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2339
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
422 3rd Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1618
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1618
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 10 Blue Ribbon year: 2013, 2019 Tuition listed
4755 Whitehaven Pkwy NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-1421
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-1421
Gr: PK-8 | 213 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Blue Ribbon year: 2007, 2016, 2023 Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked blue ribbon private preschools in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked blue ribbon private preschools in District Of Columbia include Holy Trinity School and Saint Peter School.
How many blue ribbon private preschools are located in District Of Columbia?
3 blue ribbon private preschools are located in District Of Columbia.
What percentage of blue ribbon private preschools are religiously affiliated in District Of Columbia?
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in District Of Columbia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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