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District Of Columbia Special Education Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 special education private schools serving 878 students in District Of Columbia.

20% of special education private schools in District Of Columbia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

The special education private schools in District Of Columbia include The Episcopal Center For Children and The Lab School Of Washington.

These schools make up 10% of the 100 private schools in District Of Columbia and 5% of its 19,171 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 10
# Students Served: 878

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 10
# Students Served: 878

District Of Columbia Special Education Private School Trends

Private Schools

878

Students

$64,375

Avg. Tuition

63%

Students of Color

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked special education private schools in District Of Columbia?

The special education private schools in District Of Columbia include The Episcopal Center For Children and The Lab School Of Washington.

How many special education private schools are located in District Of Columbia?

10 special education private schools are located in District Of Columbia.

How diverse are special education private schools in District Of Columbia?

District Of Columbia special education private schools are approximately 63% minority students, which is higher than the District Of Columbia private school average of 50%.

What percentage of special education private schools are religiously affiliated in District Of Columbia?

20% of special education private schools in District Of Columbia are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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