Washington International School Photo #9 - Art rooms on both campuses allow students to exercise their creativity.

Washington International School

Washington International School (WIS) is a coeducational day school offering 900 students a challenging international curriculum and rich language program from Preschool through Grade 12.
Students in Preschool through Grade 5 follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program (PYP).
In Grades 6-10 students pursue a course of study designed to build skills in key areas while enhancing their ability to think deeply and solve problems.
In their final two years of high school, all students are enrolled in IB Diploma Program courses.
We equip children with the tools to master rigorous academic challenges in math, science, languages, literature, social sciences, and the arts.
An active sports schedule, programs in the arts, participation in clubs, community service in Washington, DC and around the world, and travel programs-for study and for fun-help create well-rounded students who are also engaged global citizens.

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Washington International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Other
Year Founded
1966

Student Body

Total Students
890 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Washington International School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
72%
Average Class Size
14 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1380
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 5
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool Tuition: $32,190 Pre-Kindergarten Tuition: $40,980 Kindergarten Tuition: $44,495 Grade 1 to Grade 5 Tuition: $45,730 Middle School Tuition (Grades 6-8): $50,970 Upper School Tuition (Grades 9-12): $51,710
% on Financial Aid
16%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$34,739
Admissions Director
Mary Hastings Moore
Endowment Size
$10.4 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
many student-organized clubs

Arts and Music Programs:
chorus and instrumental music., In middle and upper schools, two musicals and two plays each year
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Washington International School cost?
Washington International School's tuition is approximately $51,710 for private students.
What schools are Washington International School often compared to?
Washington International School is often viewed alongside schools like Georgetown Day School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Washington International School offer?
Washington International School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Washington International School's ranking?
Washington International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Washington International School?
The application deadline for Washington International School is Jan. 5.
In what neighborhood is Washington International School located?
Washington International School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 60 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.

School Calendar

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Date
Last Day of Classes
December 20, 2024 (Friday)
NO SCHOOL | Spring Break
March 22, 2025 (Saturday)
Primary School Spring Break Camp
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Students | HALF DAY
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Teachers
June 13, 2025 (Friday)

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,237 for elementary schools and $35,524 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 60% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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