The mission of Roots Activity Learning Center is to promote and secure the connection of mother Africa within our children, to prepare students to break the chains of psychological conditioning that attempts to keep them powerless in all phases of society, provide students with a strong African-centered learning environment, guide students toward academic excellence, exemplary character and social responsibility, and encourage success leading to self-reliance and economical, social and political contributions to society.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Roots Activity Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Roots Activity Learning Center?
The application deadline for Roots Activity Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Roots Activity Learning Center located?
Roots Activity Learning Center is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.
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School Reviews
5 10/6/2021
Roots Activity Learning Center is beyond mere walls- schools without a consideration for the needs of African children, especially in this 21st century of innovation via creativity. Keenly followed, the school is considered here by clients as a top-notch learning centre that prides itself in making children construct learning themselves in the light of their experiences. We strongly believe that in the coming period, a model of Roots will be done in Nigeria, however. Franklin Ogaga CEO, Collegiate Pathway International Educational Consult, Nigeria.
5 5/26/2020
Great school for Africans educational needs. Time to infuse Africanism in our curricular is now. God willing, there will be a model of Roots in Nigeria before the next academic year. I hope there will b great support from Mother Root, USA.
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