Parkmont School

4842 16th St NW Washington, DC 20011
www.parkmont.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $47,000
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

About the School

  • Parkmont is an independent college-preparatory school serving 65 students in grades 6-12.
  • At Parkmont we create a community where students ally themselves with creative adults whose driving concern is their success and well-being.
  • We challenge our students with an academic program that fuses adolescent interests with traditional disciplines and respects the variety of their talents and motivations.
  • We provide them with substantial experience in the world beyond school that invites them to see more clearly the possibilities ahead.
  • Our students get ready to chart their own course; we make sure they're prepared for the journey.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 65 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $47,000
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 8, 2026
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 11, 2027

Student Body

Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 49%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
26%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We participate in the Serving Our Youth Opportunity Scholarship Program.
% on Financial Aid
42%
Admissions Director
Christy Halvorson Ross
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Panther
Parkmont School is an independent, intentionally small school serving 65 students in grades 612. Our innovative academic program and warm, supportive culture have been helping young people find success in school since 1972.

Key elements of our program:
  • Teachers and students build strong, positive connections. Our students feel known and secure.
  • Daily one-on-one check-ins with each student about their progress
  • Only three academic classes per day means fewer transitions and encourages deeper learning.
  • Five sessions comprise the school year, giving students a fresh start every seven weeks.
  • Individualized instruction
  • Students choose a new Main Lesson each session. These daily, two-hour classes focus on science, social studies, and foreign language, with ample time for labs, field trips, and hands-on work.
  • High school students work at internships from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. every Wednesday and Friday.
  • A comfortable, homelike building and setting
  • Abundant outdoor activity and exploration
  • At least one Main Lesson per year that includes a week-long trip to such places as Alaska, the Grand Canyon, and the Great Smoky Mountains
Who we serve
Parkmont attracts a wide range of learners looking for an alternative to more traditional school environments, including those
  • Hoping to build academic and social confidence
  • Seeking a stimulating, non-competitive academic experience
  • Navigating ADHD, autism, or other learning-expansive needs
  • At risk of "falling through the cracks" at another school
  • Avoiding school or feeling apathetic about learning
  • Transitioning from home school or an interruption in their academic progress
  • Managing anxiety, depression, or other socioemotional challenges
  • Navigating a gender-expansive identity or feeling unsafe at their current school
Get in touch
If you think your middle or high school student might benefit from our program, we invite you to get in touch. The first step is submitting a very brief inquiry form to let us know. You can also find more information on our website.

Welook forward to hearing from you!
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Parkmont School cost?
Parkmont School's tuition is approximately $47,000 for private students.
What schools are Parkmont School often compared to?
Parkmont School is often viewed alongside schools like The Field School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Parkmont School offer?
Parkmont School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Ultimate Frisbee.
When is the application deadline for Parkmont School?
The application deadline for Parkmont School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Parkmont School located?
Parkmont School is located in the Crestwood neighborhood of Washington, DC.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Parkmont is such a special school! Teachers were able to see my kid for exactly who she is. They cared enough to learn what she needed and were flexible enough to meet those needs. They created a rigorous, dynamic education that supported my daughter to thrive.
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5  
Parkmont School enabled our student to succeed in high school. Parkmont''s individualized approach and empathetic interactions with students made a huge impact on our student and we are grateful. Increased emotional growth, increased discomfort tolerance, increased empathy, improved knowledge base, improved self confidence were only a few of the areas where Parkmont''s approach positively impacted our student. The hands on learning and regular field trips inspires students to stretch themselves. In addition, the internships are great opportunities for students to gain practical experience and skills. And no review of Parkmont would be complete without mentioning the important role that the final reflection/graduation petition plays in shaping thoughtful, self-aware community members and citizens. Parkmont is not just a school; it is a community and we are very grateful that we found it when we did.
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