Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,500
- Average class size: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
The Monroe School
About the School
- The Nannie Helen Burroughs School is a private educational institution dedicated to Christian principles, which embrace the African world experience and culture.
- The School is committed to the holistic education of children, which will provide them with the values, knowledge and skills to ensure their role as productive world citizens and leaders in the global context of the 21st century.
- The Nannie Helen Burroughs School is a department of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, and serves as a model and facilitator of education and training to meet the additional needs of students, adults, families and communities locally, nationally and internationally.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,500
- Average class size: 4 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
The Monroe School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 49%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
4 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,500
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating Today for Tomorrow’s Success
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Monroe School cost?
The Monroe School's tuition is approximately $25,500 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Monroe School?
The application deadline for The Monroe School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Monroe School located?
The Monroe School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.
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