The Washington Jesuit Academy is an all boys Middle School (4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades) from low-income households.
The school offers full scholarships to studnets if they meet financial criteria. The school places heavy emphasis on academically challenging curriculum preparing for strong academic college-prep high schools. Our Mission is to educate academically talented adolescent boys from low-income families, regardless of religious denomination, providing for them a disciplined, rigorous learning environment. The Goal of the Education is to prepare these boys to become "men for others" who, having gained confidence spiritually, intellectually, emotionally and physically will be able to succeed in a college preparatory high school on their way to becoming leaders in their communities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Washington Jesuit Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2002
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
130 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
71%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
WJA Shirts/Tops provided
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$300 for the whole school year
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubCommunity Service Club
Cooking ClubDebate Club
Drama ClubGardening Club
Geography ClubLife Skills Club
Music - guitar or pianoOrigami Club
Physical Fitness ClubRobotics Club
Stem Club
School Notes
- The Washington Jesuit Academy is an all boys Middle School (4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades) for low-income households. The school offers full scholarships to students if they meet financial criteria. The school places heavy emphasis on academically challenging curriculum preparing for strong academic college-prep high schools. Our Mission is to educate academically talented adolescent boys from low-income families, regardless of religious denomination, providing for them a disciplined, rigorous learning environment. The Goal of the Education is to prepare these boys to become "men for others" who, having gained confidence spiritually, intellectually, emotionally and physically will be able to succeed in a college preparatory high school on their way to becoming leaders in their communities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Washington Jesuit Academy offer?
Washington Jesuit Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Washington Jesuit Academy?
The application deadline for Washington Jesuit Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Washington Jesuit Academy located?
Washington Jesuit Academy is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.
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