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Best 20003 District Of Columbia Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 746 students in 20003, DC.

The private elementary schools in 20003, DC include Templeton Academy DC and Saint Peter School.

The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia private elementary school average acceptance rate of 62%.

60% of private elementary schools in 20003, DC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 5
# Students Served: 746
Average Tuition: $24,690
% Students on Financial Aid: 24%
Average Class Size: 18 students
% Students of Color: 42%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 5
# Students Served: 746
Average Tuition: $24,690
% Students on Financial Aid: 24%
Average Class Size: 18 students
% Students of Color: 42%
View 20003 District Of Columbia School Trends

Top Ranked 20003 District Of Columbia Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

Saint Peter School

Gr: PK-8 | 233 students

Avg. class size: 22 students

Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 10

Catholic

422 3rd Street SE

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 544-1618

(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

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Capitol Hill Day School

Gr: PK-8 | 227 students

Avg. class size: 22 students

Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 8

210 South Carolina Avenue SE

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 355-4498

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Holy Comforter/st Cyprian School

Gr: PK-8 | 150 students

Catholic

1503 East Capitol St.

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 547-7556

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Waterfront Academy

Gr: PK-8 | 55 students

Extracurriculars: 7

Montessori School (Catholic)

703 D Street SE

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 484-0044

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20003, District Of Columbia Private Elementary Schools (Closed)

Capitol Learning Academy

Gr: K-4 | 6 students

Alternative School

725 8th St Se

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 878-6917

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Holy Temple Christian Academy

Gr: PK-8 | 72 students

Alternative School (Pentecostal)

439 12th Street Se

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 547-8364

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 20003, DC?

The private elementary schools in 20003, DC include Templeton Academy DC and Saint Peter School.

How many private elementary schools are located in 20003?

5 private elementary schools are located in 20003.

How diverse are private elementary schools in 20003?

20003 private elementary schools are approximately 42% minority students, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private school average of 51%.

What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 20003?

60% of private elementary schools in 20003 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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