St. Augustine Catholic 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: 169 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,100
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Augustine Catholic 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	St. Augustine Catholic School
Pre-K	10
Kind	12
1	15
2	12
3	19
4	23
5	12
6	19
7	25
8	22

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Year Founded

1858

School Motto

'Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established.'

Student Body

Total Students

169 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

98%

State avg.: 49%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,100

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Admissions Director

Lynn Teran

Admissions Associate

Raven A. Wilkins, Sr.

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

DanceFencing

Flag FootballSoccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

18 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

American Sign Language ClubArt Club

Book ClubChess Club

Girl ScoutsGirls Who Code

Introduction to OrchestraLiturgical Dance Ministry

Sewing ClubSpelling Bee Club

Varsity Girls BasketballYouth Leadership Foundation (YLF)

Recreational Athletic Programs:

CheerleadingFencing Club

Junior Varsity Boys BasketballRookie Basketball

Rookie Boys BasketballVarsity Boys Basketball

School Notes

St. Augustine School is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic school in Washington, D.C., sponsored by St. Augustine Catholic Church, the mother church of black Catholics in the District of Columbia.
Founded in 1858, four years before public education became mandatory for black children in the nation's capital - our school is accredited by the Middle States Association.
It's governed by the mandates of the Archdiocese of Washington Catholic Schools Office and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education in the District of Columbia.

St. Augustine School is a Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic school in Washington, D.C., sponsored by St. Augustine Catholic Church, the mother church of black Catholics in the District of Columbia. Founded in 1858 four years before public education became mandatory for black children in the nation's capital - our school is accredited by the Middle States Association. It's governed by the mandates of the Archdiocese of Washington Catholic Schools Office and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education in the District of Columbia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Augustine Catholic School cost?

St. Augustine Catholic School's tuition is approximately $5,100 for private students.

What sports does St. Augustine Catholic School offer?

St. Augustine Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Fencing, Flag Football and Soccer.

What is St. Augustine Catholic School's ranking?

St. Augustine Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Augustine Catholic School?

The application deadline for St. Augustine Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Augustine Catholic School located?

St. Augustine Catholic School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.

School Calendar

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First Day of Afterschool Activities

October 05, 2026 (Monday)

Last Day for Afterschool Activity Registration

October 09, 2026 (Friday)

School Closed (Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day)

October 12, 2026 (Monday)

School Closed (ADW Fall Collaboration Day)

October 26, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

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