Saint Peter School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked DC School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 239 students
Yearly Tuition: $19,240
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 9
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Saint Peter School
Pre-K	20
Kind	23
1	25
2	25
3	25
4	24
5	26
6	25
7	22
8	24

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Year Founded

1868

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013, 2019

School Motto

The Key to Academic Excellence Since 1868

Student Body

Total Students

239 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 49%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform standards

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 9

Yearly Tuition Cost

$19,240

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Tuition Notes

2025-2026 School Year Non-Catholic Rate: $19,240 Discounted rates for active parishioners are as follows: 鈻� Grades 1-8, Catholic $15,140 鈻� Kindergarten, Catholic $17,525 鈻� Pre-Kindergarten, Catholic $18,825

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,500

Admissions Associate

Jeanette Trujillo

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

School Mascot

Panther

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

10 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Altar ServingSafety Patrol

Student NewspaperYearbook Staff

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClassesBand

ChoirMusical

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CYO BasketballCYO Cross Country

School Notes

Saint Peter School is a family of learners serving the Capitol Hill parishes and community.
We provide our children with an education that is founded on love of God and service to others, characterized by Catholic values and academic excellence, and dedicated to addressing each child`s unique talents and abilities.
At Saint Peter School we believe that our job is to assist parents, who have primary responsibility for the education of children, in the ethical, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical formation of the children entrusted to them by God and which they, in turn, entrust to our care.
Our goal is to make our Catholic faith living, conscious, and active in our students` lives through the light of instruction and practice, and that our Catholic faith and values are integral to all we do and teach.
That learning is lifelong and cumulative and that acquiring a love of learning at an early age leads to an honorable and rewarding lifetime of self-fulfillment and service to God and to others.

Saint Peter School is a family of learners serving the Capitol Hill parishes and community. We provide our children with an education that is founded on love of God and service to others, characterized by Catholic values and academic excellence, and dedicated to addressing each child`s unique talents and abilities. At Saint Peter School we believe that our job is to assist parents, who have primary responsibility for the education of children, in the ethical, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical formation of the children entrusted to them by God and which they, in turn, entrust to our care. Our goal is to make our Catholic faith living, conscious, and active in our students` lives through the light of instruction and practice, and that our Catholic faith and values are integral to all we do and teach. That learning is lifelong and cumulative and that acquiring a love of learning at an early age leads to an honorable and rewarding lifetime of self-fulfillment and service to God and to others.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint Peter School cost?

Saint Peter School's tuition is approximately $19,240 for private students.

What sports does Saint Peter School offer?

Saint Peter School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cross Country.

What is Saint Peter School's ranking?

Saint Peter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Saint Peter School?

The application deadline for Saint Peter School is Jan. 9.

In what neighborhood is Saint Peter School located?

Saint Peter School is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other private schools located in Capitol Hill.

School Reviews

5 11/10/2023

Welcoming neighborhood school on Capitol Hill! The teachers and administration really knew my child. I highly recommend St. Peter School!

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