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Largest District Of Columbia 草榴社区 Elementary Schools

The average private elementary school in District Of Columbia has 230 students (2026-27).

The largest private elementary school in District Of Columbia is Sidwell Friends School, with 1,135 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# DC Schools Ranked: 64
Top 20 Range (Students): 239鈥�1,135
DC School Avg.: 230
National School Avg.: 196

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# DC Schools Ranked: 64
Top 20 Range (Students): 239鈥�1,135
DC School Avg.: 230
National School Avg.: 196

District Of Columbia Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	District Of Columbia (DC) avg
2025	230
2024	216
2023	234
2022	258
2021	250
2020	228
2019	229
2018	213
2017	232
2016	233
2015	234

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Show school map 鈥� District Of Columbia (students range: 239鈥�1,135, avg 230)

School Size Range: 150 1,135 Avg. School Size: 360

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the District Of Columbia average private elementary schools student size?

The District Of Columbia average private elementary schools student size is 230 for 2026-27.

What are the private elementary schools with the largest student size in District Of Columbia?

The top ranked private elementary schools in District Of Columbia include Sidwell Friends School, Georgetown Day School and Washington International School.

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