St. Anselm's Abbey School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked DC School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 247 students
Yearly Tuition: $35,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Anselm's Abbey School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Anselm's Abbey School
6	25
7	30
8	35
9	40
10	39
11	38
12	40

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1942

School Motto

Pax in Sapientia

Student Body

Total Students

247 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 49%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

37 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

83%

Average SAT score

1410

(Out of 1600)

Average Percentile SSAT

90%

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Number of AP Courses

26 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS-MDDC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$35,000

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Tuition Notes

Includes books

% on Financial Aid

40%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$15,000

Admissions Director

Brian Gilbert

Admissions Associate

Fenner Gibson

Application URL

Endowment Size

$1 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryFencing

Flag FootballGolf

Intramural Sports OnlyLacrosse

SoccerSwimming

Track and FieldWeightlifting

Wrestling

Colors

Grey, Maroon

School Mascot

Panthers

School Notes

St. Anselm's Abbey School provides a rigorous, liberal-arts education to young men from grades six through twelve in the Catholic Benedictine tradition.
Situated on 40 wooded acres in Washington, D.C. in between two Metro stops on the Red Line, St. Anselm's takes pride in a tradition of academic excellence.
Through the small size of its classes, close personal attention, and challenging cirricular offerings, St. Anselm's is school where bright boys become exceptional young men.
For eight decades, the school has graduated countless servant leaders, grounded in tradition and prepared to meet the world's challenges.
They include Mayors of major U.S. cities, founders of some of the world's most successful companies and venture capital funds, diplomats, social workers, doctors, and presidential appointees.
The average SAT score of St. Anselm's graduates is above 1400, with more than 40% of students receiving financial aid and more than 45% of students identifying as historically under-represented minorities.
Founded by Benedictine Monks who have provided education for leaders and doers for more than 1500 years, St. Anselm's is committed to the pursuit of Pax in Sapientia, or "peace through understanding," allowing young men to become the truest and best version of themselves, and to appreciate the inherent dignity and gifts of all as they prepare to lead rich lives and contribute to their communities.

St. Anselm's Abbey School provides a rigorous, liberal-arts education to young men from grades six through twelve in the Catholic Benedictine tradition. Situated on 40 wooded acres in Washington, D.C. in between two Metro stops on the Red Line, St. Anselm's takes pride in a tradition of academic excellence. Through the small size of its classes, close personal attention, and challenging cirricular offerings, St. Anselm's is school where bright boys become exceptional young men. For eight decades, the school has graduated countless servant leaders, grounded in tradition and prepared to meet the world's challenges. They include Mayors of major U.S. cities, founders of some of the world's most successful companies and venture capital funds, diplomats, social workers, doctors, and presidential appointees. The average SAT score of St. Anselm's graduates is above 1400, with more than 40% of students receiving financial aid and more than 45% of students identifying as historically under-represented minorities. Founded by Benedictine Monks who have provided education for leaders and doers for more than 1500 years, St. Anselm's is committed to the pursuit of Pax in Sapientia, or "peace through understanding," allowing young men to become the truest and best version of themselves, and to appreciate the inherent dignity and gifts of all as they prepare to lead rich lives and contribute to their communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Anselm's Abbey School cost?

St. Anselm's Abbey School's tuition is approximately $35,000 for private students.

What sports does St. Anselm's Abbey School offer?

St. Anselm's Abbey School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Flag Football, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field, Weightlifting and Wrestling. St. Anselm's Abbey School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for most sports offered.

What is St. Anselm's Abbey School's ranking?

St. Anselm's Abbey School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for St. Anselm's Abbey School?

The application deadline for St. Anselm's Abbey School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Anselm's Abbey School located?

St. Anselm's Abbey School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.

School Calendar

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Date

Last Day of Trimester I (MS)

November 20, 2026 (Friday)

Thanksgiving Break, No School

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Last Day of Trimester II (MS)

February 19, 2027 (Friday)

Spring Break

March 22, 2027 (Monday)

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