For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 private elementary schools serving 752 students in 20003, DC.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 20003, DC include Saint Peter School and Templeton Academy DC.
The average acceptance rate is 53%, which is higher than the District Of Columbia private elementary school average acceptance rate of 47%.
60% of private elementary schools in 20003, DC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 20003 District Of Columbia ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
422 3rd Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1618
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1618
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
406 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 847-0779
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 847-0779
Gr: 6-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
210 South Carolina Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Gr: PK-8 | 227 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Comforter/st Cyprian School
(Catholic)
1503 East Capitol St.
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-7556
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-7556
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students
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Montessori School (Catholic)
703 D Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
Gr: PK-8 | 55 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
20003, District Of Columbia ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Capitol Learning Academy (Closed 2025)
Alternative School
725 8th St Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 878-6917
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 878-6917
Gr: K-4 | 6 students
Holy Temple Christian Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
439 12th Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-8364
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-8364
Gr: PK-8 | 72 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 20003, DC?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 20003, DC include Saint Peter School and Templeton Academy DC.
How many private elementary schools are located in 20003?
5 private elementary schools are located in 20003.
How diverse are private elementary schools in 20003?
20003 private elementary schools are approximately 42% minority students, which is lower than the District Of Columbia private school average of 48%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 20003?
60% of private elementary schools in 20003 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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