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Best District Of Columbia Nonsectarian Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 14 nonsectarian private high schools in District Of Columbia. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked nonsectarian private high schools in District Of Columbia include Georgetown Day School, The Field School, and British International School of Washington.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 14

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 14

Top Ranked Nonsectarian Private High Schools in District Of Columbia (2026-27)

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Edmund Burke School
Gr: 6-12 | 291 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 48
4101 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 362-8882
(4)
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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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British International School of Washington
Gr: PK-12 | 617 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 11
2001 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 829-3700
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The Field School
Gr: 6-12 | 364 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 28
2301 Foxhall Road NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 295-5800
(1)
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Georgetown Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 1,050 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 26
4200 Davenport Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
(2)
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The Lab School Of Washington
Gr: 1-12 | 329 students
Special Education School
4759 Reservoir Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 944-2224
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Maret School
Gr: K-12 | 660 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 26
3000 Cathedral Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 939-8814
(1)
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Templeton Academy DC
Gr: 6-12 | 81 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 9
406 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 847-0779
(5)
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Ujamaa School
Gr: K-9 | 63 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
1554 8th St Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 232-2997
(2)
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Washington International School
Gr: NS-12 | 890 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
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Model Secondary School For The Deaf
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students
Special Education School
800 Florida Ave Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 651-5000
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The Monroe School
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
Special Education School
601 50th St Ne
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 399-8350
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New Beginnings Vocational Program Llc
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students
Special Education School
2060 W Virginia Ave Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 636-1190
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The School For Ethics And Global Leadership
Gr: 11-12 | 107 students
Specialized Curriculum
1528 18th St NW
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 684-7044
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked nonsectarian private high schools in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked nonsectarian private high schools in District Of Columbia include Georgetown Day School, The Field School, and British International School of Washington.
How many nonsectarian private high schools are located in District Of Columbia?
14 nonsectarian private high schools are located in District Of Columbia.

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