The Lab School Of Washington
Founded in 1967 by Sally L. Smith, The Lab School of Washington is internationally recognized for its innovative programs for children and adults with learning disabilities.
The Lab School Day School offers individualized instruction to students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
The instructional approaches developed by Professor Smith, emphasize hands-on experimental learning and the use of the arts to teach academic skills.
State-of-the-art work with computers, storytelling, writing and art in the elementary school as well as a continual emphasis on project learning in the junior and senior high school keep The Lab School pioneering new educational methods.
Quick Stats (2022)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Students: 328 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
School Calendar
School Calendar
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Student Body
Total Students
328 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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