St. Albans School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked DC School
Grades: 4-12
Enrollment: 576 students
Yearly Tuition: $42,484
Acceptance rate: 31%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 6 / Jan. 20
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Albans School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Institute for Independent Education
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades 4-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Albans School
4	45
5	44
6	50
7	62
8	60
9	80
10	79
11	78
12	78

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Year Founded

1909

Colors

Navy Blue, White and Red

Summer School Offered

Yes

Campus Size

51 acres

Student Body

Total Students

576 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 49%

Academics & Faculty

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

67%

Average Class Size

13 students

Number of AP Courses

13 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 6 / Jan. 20

Yearly Tuition Cost

$42,484

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% on Financial Aid

26%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$27,020

Acceptance Rate

31%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Tyler Casertano

Admissions Associate

Lily Kosegarten

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$6 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

10 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

FootballKayaking

LacrosseRock Climbing

SoccerSwimming

TennisWrestling

School Notes

St. Albans School is a college preparatory school for boys, chartered by the Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation, in Washington, D.C. The school is dedicated to fostering the spiritual, intellectual, and physical development of its students. St. Albans challenges its students to achieve excellence and to embrace responsibility, and it expects them to act always with honor and to respect and care for others.
The school believes that the spiritual growth of its students gives meaning to their intellectual and physical endeavors.
Toward this end, St. Albans seeks to provide an understanding of the Christian faith, as expressed through the Episcopal tradition.
As an Episcopal School with a pastoral commitment to all, St. Albans welcomes boys of all faiths and respects the religious beliefs of all members of the School community.
The objective of the school's rigorous academic program is to teach each student strong skills of analysis and expression; to instill core knowledge in the arts, sciences, and humanities; to foster the ability to think critically, creatively, and independently; and to inspire intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning.
Through its varied academic and extracurricular offerings, St. Albans encourages its students to develop their unique talents and to pursue knowledge that will serve both the individual and society.

School Motto: Wisdom, Community, Joy.
School Mascot: Bulldogs

St. Albans School is a college preparatory school for boys, chartered by the Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation, in Washington, D.C. The school is dedicated to fostering the spiritual, intellectual, and physical development of its students. St. Albans challenges its students to achieve excellence and to embrace responsibility, and it expects them to act always with honor and to respect and care for others. The school believes that the spiritual growth of its students gives meaning to their intellectual and physical endeavors. Toward this end, St. Albans seeks to provide an understanding of the Christian faith, as expressed through the Episcopal tradition. As an Episcopal School with a pastoral commitment to all, St. Albans welcomes boys of all faiths and respects the religious beliefs of all members of the School community. The objective of the school's rigorous academic program is to teach each student strong skills of analysis and expression; to instill core knowledge in the arts, sciences, and humanities; to foster the ability to think critically, creatively, and independently; and to inspire intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning. Through its varied academic and extracurricular offerings, St. Albans encourages its students to develop their unique talents and to pursue knowledge that will serve both the individual and society.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Albans School cost?

St. Albans School's tuition is approximately $42,484 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Albans School?

The acceptance rate of St. Albans School is 31%, which is lower than the national average of 50%.

What sports does St. Albans School offer?

St. Albans School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Wrestling.

What is St. Albans School's ranking?

St. Albans School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Albans School?

The application deadline for St. Albans School is Jan. 6 / Jan. 20.

In what neighborhood is St. Albans School located?

St. Albans School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,412 for elementary schools and $36,096 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 50% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).