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Washington International School Top 3 · Highest Avg. ACT Score (DC)
Edmund Burke School Top 5 · Highest Avg. SAT Score (DC)
Maret School Top 3 · Largest Endowment (DC)

20008 District Of Columbia Private High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private high schools serving 1,854 students in 20008, DC.
The top ranked private high schools in 20008, DC include Washington International School and Maret School.
The average acceptance rate is 36%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia private high school average acceptance rate of 0%.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 20008 District Of Columbia Private High Schools (2026-27)

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Washington International School
Gr: NS-12 | 903 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
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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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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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20008, District Of Columbia Private High Schools (Closed)

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Whittle School & Studios
Gr: PK-12 | 155 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
3400 International Drive NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 417-3615
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in 20008, DC?
The top ranked private high schools in 20008, DC include Washington International School and Maret School.
How many private high schools are located in 20008?
3 private high schools are located in 20008.

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