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St. Augustine Catholic School

St. Augustine School is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic school in Washington, D.C., sponsored by St. Augustine Catholic Church, the mother church of black Catholics in the District of Columbia.
Founded in 1858, four years before public education became mandatory for black children in the nation's capital - our school is accredited by the Middle States Association.
It's governed by the mandates of the Archdiocese of Washington Catholic Schools Office and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education in the District of Columbia.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked DC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,100
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1858
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established.'

Student Body

Total Students
169 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 46%
Students by Grade
St. Augustine Catholic School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Lynn Teran
Admissions Associate
Raven A. Wilkins, Sr.

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
American Sign Language Club, Art Club, Book Club, Chess Club, Girl Scouts, Girls Who Code, Introduction to Orchestra, Liturgical Dance Ministry, Sewing Club, Spelling Bee Club, Varsity Girls Basketball, Youth Leadership Foundation (YLF)

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Fencing Club, Junior Varsity Boys Basketball, Rookie Basketball, Rookie Boys Basketball, Varsity Boys Basketball

School Notes

  • St. Augustine School is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic school in Washington, D.C., sponsored by St. Augustine Catholic Church, the mother church of black Catholics in the District of Columbia. Founded in 1858 four years before public education became mandatory for black children in the nation's capital - our school is accredited by the Middle States Association. It's governed by the mandates of the Archdiocese of Washington Catholic Schools Office and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education in the District of Columbia.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Augustine Catholic School cost?
St. Augustine Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,100 for private students.
What sports does St. Augustine Catholic School offer?
St. Augustine Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Fencing, Flag Football and Soccer.
What is St. Augustine Catholic School's ranking?
St. Augustine Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Augustine Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Augustine Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Augustine Catholic School located?
St. Augustine Catholic School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 56 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.

School Calendar

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Date
Last Day of School for Students
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked DC School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,100
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $28,737 for elementary schools and $35,196 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 47% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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