Gonzaga College High School Photo - Gonzaga is Washington's only Catholic, Jesuit high school. The campus is located in the heart of our nation's capital and consists of nine buildings. In recent years, the physical plant has undergone major renovations and additions.

Best 20001 District Of Columbia Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,193 students in 20001, DC (there are 14 public schools, serving 5,362 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in 20001, DC are educated in private schools (compared to the DC state average of 17%).
The top ranked private schools in 20001, DC include Gonzaga College High School and Ujamaa School.
The average acceptance rate is 33%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private school average acceptance rate of 47%.
67% of private schools in 20001, DC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked 20001 District Of Columbia Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Gonzaga College High School
Gonzaga College High School Photo - Gonzaga is Washington's only Catholic, Jesuit high school. The campus is located in the heart of our nation's capital and consists of nine buildings. In recent years, the physical plant has undergone major renovations and additions.
All-boys (Catholic)
(4)
19 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 336-7100
Grades: 9-12
| 962 students
Ujamaa School
(2)
1554 8th St Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 232-2997
Grades: K-9
| 63 students
Immaculate Conception School
(Catholic)
711 N Street Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 234-1093
Grades: PK-7
| 168 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 20001 District Of Columbia

20001, District Of Columbia Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Holy Redeemer Catholic School (Closed 2017)
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
1135 New Jersey Avenue Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 638-5789
Grades: PK-8
| 249 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 20001, DC?
The top ranked private schools in 20001, DC include Gonzaga College High School and Ujamaa School.
How many private schools are located in 20001?
3 private schools are located in 20001.
What percentage of students in 20001 go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in 20001 are educated in private schools (compared to the DC state average of 17%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 20001?
67% of private schools in 20001 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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