St. Anselm's Abbey School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked DC School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 247 students
Yearly Tuition: $40,000
Application Deadline: Jan. 12 / rolling
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School Rankings

St. Anselm's Abbey School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	St. Anselm's Abbey School
6	25
7	30
8	35
9	40
10	39
11	38
12	40

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Grade 9 highest at 40 students, making it the largest class at St. Anselm's Abbey School.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1942

School Motto

Pax in Sapientia

Student Body

Total Students

247 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 50%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

37 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

83%

Average SAT score

1410

(Out of 1600)

Average Percentile SSAT

90%

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

27 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS-MDDC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 12 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$40,000

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Tuition Notes

Includes books

% on Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$27,000

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Brian Gilbert

Admissions Associate

Fenner Gibson

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$16 million

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryFencing

Flag FootballGolf

Intramural Sports OnlySoccer

SwimmingTrack and Field

Ultimate FrisbeeWeightlifting

Wrestling

Colors

Grey, Maroon, Black

School Mascot

Panthers

School Notes

St. Anselm's Abbey School provides a rigorous, liberal-arts education to young men from grades six through twelve in the Catholic Benedictine tradition.
Situated on 40 wooded acres in Washington, D.C. in between two Metro stops on the Red Line, St. Anselm's takes pride in a tradition of academic excellence.
Through the small size of its classes, close personal attention, and challenging cirricular offerings, St. Anselm's is school where bright boys become exceptional young men.
For eight decades, the school has graduated countless servant leaders, grounded in tradition and prepared to meet the world's challenges.
They include Mayors of major U.S. cities, founders of some of the world's most successful companies and venture capital funds, diplomats, social workers, doctors, and presidential appointees.
The average SAT score of St. Anselm's graduates is above 1400, with more than 40% of students receiving financial aid and more than 45% of students identifying as historically under-represented minorities.
Founded by Benedictine Monks who have provided education for leaders and doers for more than 1500 years, St. Anselm's is committed to the pursuit of Pax in Sapientia, or "peace through understanding," allowing young men to become the truest and best version of themselves, and to appreciate the inherent dignity and gifts of all as they prepare to lead rich lives and contribute to their communities.

St. Anselm's Abbey School provides a rigorous, liberal-arts education to young men from grades six through twelve in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. Situated on 40 wooded acres in Washington, D.C. in between two Metro stops on the Red Line, St. Anselm's takes pride in a tradition of academic excellence. Through the small size of its classes, close personal attention, and challenging cirricular offerings, St. Anselm's is school where bright boys become exceptional young men. For eight decades, the school has graduated countless servant leaders, grounded in tradition and prepared to meet the world's challenges. They include Mayors of major U.S. cities, founders of some of the world's most successful companies and venture capital funds, diplomats, social workers, doctors, and presidential appointees. The average SAT score of St. Anselm's graduates is above 1400, with more than 40% of students receiving financial aid and more than 45% of students identifying as historically under-represented minorities. Founded by Benedictine Monks who have provided education for leaders and doers for more than 1500 years, St. Anselm's is committed to the pursuit of Pax in Sapientia, or "peace through understanding," allowing young men to become the truest and best version of themselves, and to appreciate the inherent dignity and gifts of all as they prepare to lead rich lives and contribute to their communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Anselm's Abbey School cost?

St. Anselm's Abbey School's tuition is approximately $40,000 for private students.

What sports does St. Anselm's Abbey School offer?

St. Anselm's Abbey School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Flag Football, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Weightlifting and Wrestling. St. Anselm's Abbey School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for most sports offered.

What is St. Anselm's Abbey School's ranking?

St. Anselm's Abbey School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for St. Anselm's Abbey School?

The application deadline for St. Anselm's Abbey School is Jan. 12 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 12 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is St. Anselm's Abbey School located?

St. Anselm's Abbey School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.

School Calendar

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Last Day of Trimester I (MS)

November 20, 2026 (Friday)

Thanksgiving Break, No School

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Last Day of Trimester II (MS)

February 19, 2027 (Friday)

Spring Break

March 22, 2027 (Monday)

First Day of Classes

August 26, 2027 (Thursday)

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $28,979 for elementary schools and $34,932 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 63% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).