Washington International Academy was instituted in 1998 as an affiliate of Dar-Al-Hijrah Islamic Center, Falls Church, Virginia, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.
The Washington International Academy is an elementary and middle school with grades pre-K through eighth grade.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,500
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Washington International Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,500
Tuition Notes
Pre-K: $1550/ month
KG-8th: $1150/ month
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Halima A.
Admissions Associate
Zeinab Z.
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Akhalaq ClubSoccer Club
Yearbook Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Basketball TeamSoccer Team
School Notes
- Washington International Academy was instituted in 1998 as an affiliate of Dar-Al-Hijrah Islamic Center, Falls Church, Virginia, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.
- The Washington International Academy is an elementary and middle school with grades pre-K through eighth grade.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Washington International Academy cost?
Washington International Academy's tuition is approximately $11,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Washington International Academy?
The acceptance rate of Washington International Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What sports does Washington International Academy offer?
Washington International Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
What is Washington International Academy's ranking?
Washington International Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Washington International Academy?
The application deadline for Washington International Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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