Best District Of Columbia Private Elementary Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private elementary schools with special program emphasis serving 915 students in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked with special program emphasis private elementary school in District Of Columbia is Washington International School.
The average acceptance rate is 15%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private elementary school average acceptance rate of 48%.
Special education schools primarily serve specific student groups such as those that may be hard of hearing, deaf, speech impaired, health impaired, orthopedically impaired, cognitive delays/impairments, seriously emotionally disturbed, multi-handicapped, visually handicapped, or deaf and blind.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 2
  • # Students Served: 915

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 2
  • # Students Served: 915

Top Ranked District Of Columbia Private Elementary Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2026)

Washington International School Photo
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
Map of Nation House
Gr: PK-8 | 25 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Specialized Curriculum
6101 Dix Street NE
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 291-5600

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools with special program emphasis in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked private elementary schools with special program emphasis in District Of Columbia is Washington International School.
How many private elementary schools with special program emphasis are located in District Of Columbia?
2 private elementary schools with special program emphasis are located in District Of Columbia.

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