Saint Peter School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked DC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 233 students
Yearly Tuition: $19,240
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 9
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Saint Peter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Saint Peter School
Pre-K	19
Kind	24
1	22
2	25
3	25
4	25
5	25
6	25
7	24
8	19

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Grade 2 through Grade 6 are the largest at Saint Peter School, with 25 students each.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1868

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 11, 2027

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013, 2019

Student Body

Total Students

233 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 50%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform standards

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 9

Yearly Tuition Cost

$19,240

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Tuition Notes

2025-2026 School Year Non-Catholic Rate: $19,240 Discounted rates for active parishioners are as follows: ▪ Grades 1-8, Catholic $15,140 ▪ Kindergarten, Catholic $17,525 ▪ Pre-Kindergarten, Catholic $18,825

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,500

Admissions Associate

Jeanette Trujillo

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Track and Field

Colors

blue and white

School Mascot

Panther

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Altar ServingSafety Patrol

Student NewspaperYearbook Staff

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Art ClassesBand

ChoirMusical

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CYO BasketballCYO Cross Country

School Notes

Saint Peter School is a family of learners serving the Capitol Hill parishes and community.
We provide our children with an education that is founded on love of God and service to others, characterized by Catholic values and academic excellence, and dedicated to addressing each child`s unique talents and abilities.
At Saint Peter School we believe that our job is to assist parents, who have primary responsibility for the education of children, in the ethical, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical formation of the children entrusted to them by God and which they, in turn, entrust to our care.
Our goal is to make our Catholic faith living, conscious, and active in our students` lives through the light of instruction and practice, and that our Catholic faith and values are integral to all we do and teach.
That learning is lifelong and cumulative and that acquiring a love of learning at an early age leads to an honorable and rewarding lifetime of self-fulfillment and service to God and to others.

Saint Peter School is a family of learners serving the Capitol Hill parishes and community. We provide our children with an education that is founded on love of God and service to others, characterized by Catholic values and academic excellence, and dedicated to addressing each child`s unique talents and abilities. At Saint Peter School we believe that our job is to assist parents, who have primary responsibility for the education of children, in the ethical, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical formation of the children entrusted to them by God and which they, in turn, entrust to our care. Our goal is to make our Catholic faith living, conscious, and active in our students` lives through the light of instruction and practice, and that our Catholic faith and values are integral to all we do and teach. That learning is lifelong and cumulative and that acquiring a love of learning at an early age leads to an honorable and rewarding lifetime of self-fulfillment and service to God and to others.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint Peter School cost?

Saint Peter School's tuition is approximately $19,240 for private students.

What sports does Saint Peter School offer?

Saint Peter School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Track and Field.

What is Saint Peter School's ranking?

Saint Peter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Saint Peter School?

The application deadline for Saint Peter School is Jan. 9.

In what neighborhood is Saint Peter School located?

Saint Peter School is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other private schools located in Capitol Hill.

School Reviews

5 11/10/2023

Welcoming neighborhood school on Capitol Hill! The teachers and administration really knew my child. I highly recommend St. Peter School!

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,475 for elementary schools and $35,161 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 72% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).