For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private preschools with special program emphasis serving 966 students in District Of Columbia.
The top ranked with special program emphasis private preschool in District Of Columbia is Washington International School.
The average acceptance rate is 15%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private preschool average acceptance rate of 40%.
Special education schools primarily serve specific student groups such as those that may be hard of hearing, deaf, speech impaired, health impaired, orthopedically impaired, cognitive delays/impairments, seriously emotionally disturbed, multi-handicapped, visually handicapped, or deaf and blind.
Top Ranked District Of Columbia ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools with Special Program Emphasis (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Washington International School![Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities. Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities.]()

Special Program Emphasis
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Gr: NS-12 | 890 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The French Maternal School
Special Program Emphasis
3115 P St Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 276-0465
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 276-0465
Gr: PK-K | 51 students Tuition listed
Nation House
Special Program Emphasis
6101 Dix Street NE
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 291-5600
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 291-5600
Gr: PK-8 | 25 students Avg. class size: 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools with special program emphasis in District Of Columbia?
The top ranked private preschools with special program emphasis in District Of Columbia is Washington International School.
How many private preschools with special program emphasis are located in District Of Columbia?
3 private preschools with special program emphasis are located in District Of Columbia.
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