The Academy @ Metropolitan School of the Arts

5775 Barclay Dr, Suite 4
Alexandria, VA 22315

Tel: (703)339-0444

We are a groundbreaking independent school located just south of Washington, DC, serving students in grades 7-12.
The Academy at Metropolitan School of the Arts prepares students for a rewarding future in college, career and life by offering an accredited college preparatory academic program alongside a conservatory style performing arts training program in the areas of dance, music, theater and general arts.
We achieve excellence in arts and academic education through a unique approach to teaching and learning.
Our methodology encourages a nurturing, supportive and inspiring culture where students earn the confidence to propel themselves toward reaching their highest potential.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.	National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Grades Offered	Grades 7-12
Learning Difference Programs	Yes
Learning Programs Supported	Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded	2013

Total Classroom Teachers	18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio	3:1 National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree	75%
Average Class Size	8 students
Number of AP Courses	19 courses
Advanced Courses	Art History, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, European History, French Language and Culture, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics, Psychology, Spanish Language, Statistics, US Government and Politics, US History, World History,
Classroom Dress Code	Casual

Total Sports Offered	2 sports
Sports	Ballet, DanceBallet, Dance,

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.	5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.	Acting and Theater, Dance, Music Lessons, Music Theater, Vocal Music and Vocal Performance Dance, Music Lessons, Music Theater, Acting and Theater, Vocal Music and Vocal Performance,

Metropolitan School of the Arts is a the only private performing arts high school in the Washington, DC area. Each year, we offer training in dance, music and theater to some of the nation`s most inquisitive, curious and motivated young artists. We offer a middle school program for students in grades 7-8 and a conservatory style training program for grades 9-12. Middle school students have the option of a general performing arts curriculum or majoring in dance. High school students will enter the conservatory program as a general arts student in 9th grade and have the option to major in dance, music or theater beginning in 10th grade. Middle school students majoring in dance may opt out of the first general arts year and move directly into a dance major in 9th grade, upon successful audition into the program.
All students will be surrounded and supported by equally passionate and invested students, facutly, visiting artists, and staff, with whom they`ll collaborate and learn in the classroom, the studio, and on stage. Our dedicated faculty members are seasoned professionals who are deeply connected to the performing arts community in Washington, D.C. and beyond. With their guidance, students perfect their skills and develop a framework for understanding both their craft and the vital role that arts play in enriching cultures and strengthening communities.