National Cathedral School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked DC School
Grades: 4-12
Enrollment: 599 students
Yearly Tuition: $56,920
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 9
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School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Episcopal

Grades Offered

Grades 4-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	National Cathedral School
4	43
5	48
6	64
7	61
8	66
9	82
10	67
11	90
12	78

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Year Founded

1900

School Calendar

Campus Size

59 acres

School Motto

We believe in the power of young women

Student Body

Total Students

599 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

36%

State avg.: 49%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

75 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

81%

Average Class Size

12 students

Average SAT score

1450

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

Chinese Language & CultureComputer Science A

Environmental ScienceEuropean History

French Language & CultureHuman Geography

LatinPhysics 1

Physics 2Physics C

Spanish Language & CultureSpanish Literature & Culture

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES)
International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS-MDDC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 9

Yearly Tuition Cost

$56,920

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% on Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$38,237

Admissions Director

Jessica North Macie

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

BasketballClimbing

CrewCross Country

DanceDiving

Field HockeyIce Hockey

LacrosseSoccer

SoftballSquash

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

Purple, Gold

School Mascot

Eagle

School Notes

At NCS, an independent girls' school for grades 4-12, we believe in the power of young women.
We are more than a place for skills-based learning; here you will also uncover and shape who you are, what you need, how you relate to others, and so much more. Situated on the grounds of Washington National Cathedral, NCS offers a highly curated environment that helps each student believe in her individual power and actively engage in any pursuit with excellence, service, courage, and conscience.
National Cathedral School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, cultural background, economic circumstance, human capacity, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admission policies, financial aid and loan programs, and athletic or other school-administered programs.

The NCS applications consist of the following components: Campus Visit (tour or Admissions Program) Transcript Testing Teacher recommendations Parent questionnaire Student questionnaire Interview (for Grades 5 and above)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does National Cathedral School cost?

National Cathedral School's tuition is approximately $56,920 for private students.

What sports does National Cathedral School offer?

National Cathedral School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Climbing, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. National Cathedral School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for most sports offered.

What is National Cathedral School's ranking?

National Cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Highest average SAT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for National Cathedral School?

The application deadline for National Cathedral School is Jan. 9.

In what neighborhood is National Cathedral School located?

National Cathedral School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,456 for elementary schools and $36,096 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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