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Best District Of Columbia Friends Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 friends private elementary school serving 1,142 students in District Of Columbia. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked friends private elementary school in District Of Columbia is Sidwell Friends School.
The average acceptance rate is 15%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private elementary school average acceptance rate of 48%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 1
  • # Students Served: 1,142

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 1
  • # Students Served: 1,142

Top Ranked Friends Private Elementary Schools in District Of Columbia (2026-27)

Map of Sidwell Friends School
Sidwell Friends School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,142 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 33
Friends
3825 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked friends private elementary schools in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked friends private elementary schools in District Of Columbia is Sidwell Friends School.
How many friends private elementary schools are located in District Of Columbia?
1 friends private elementary schools are located in District Of Columbia.
1
Private Schools
1,142
Students
$59,920
Avg. Tuition
55%
Students of Color
8:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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