Best 20001 District Of Columbia Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,193 students in 20001, DC (there are 15 public schools, serving 5,719 public students). 17% 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 Ujamaa School and Gonzaga College High School.
The average acceptance rate is 33%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private school average acceptance rate of 50%.
67% of private schools in 20001, DC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 20001 District Of Columbia Private Schools (2026-27)

Gonzaga College High School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 962 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 19
All-boys (Catholic)
19 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 336-7100
(5)
Map of Ujamaa School
Gr: K-9 | 63 students
1554 8th St Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 232-2997
(2)
Map of Immaculate Conception School
Gr: PK-7 | 168 students
Catholic
711 N Street Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 234-1093
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20001, District Of Columbia Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Holy Redeemer Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students
Specialized Curriculum (Catholic)
1135 New Jersey Avenue Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 638-5789

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 20001, DC?
The top ranked private schools in 20001, DC include Ujamaa School and Gonzaga College High 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?
17% 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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