St. Francis Xavier Catholic Academyool Photo - Our literacy program that starts with 3- and 4-year old children

Top 10 Best Washington Private Preschools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 67 private preschools serving 10,693 students in Washington, DC.
The top ranked private preschools in Washington, DC include Sidwell Friends School, Holy Trinity School and Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's Capital.
The average tuition cost is $26,853, which is same as the District Of Columbia private preschool average tuition cost of $26,853.
39% of private preschools in Washington, DC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Washington Private Preschools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
National Presbyterian School
National Presbyterian School Photo - National Presbyterian School is located in Northwest, DC, near the Tenleytown Metro stop and shares a 12 acre campus with National Presbyterian Church.
(Presbyterian)
4121 Nebraska Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-7569
Grades: NS-6
| 306 students
The River School
The River School Photo - The River School's unique co-teaching model pairs a master`s level educator with a speech-language pathologist in each classroom. Our thematic curriculum is designed to enliven learning across the domains, building each year as a student moves through our Preschool, Elementary and now Upper Elementary Programs. Children thrive in an environment of experiential and collaborative learning.
Alternative School
4880 Macarthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Grades: NS-5
| 246 students
Montessori School Of Washington DC
Montessori School Of Washington DC Photo - The Montessori Schoolof Washington is a small, nurturing environment for children ages two to six, where the curriculum is based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori
Daycare / Preschool
(14)
4380 Macarthur Blvd NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 338-1557
Grades: NS-PK
| 25 students
Waterfront Academy
Waterfront Academy Photo - Elementary students exploring the microscope.
Montessori School (Catholic)
924 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
Grades: NS-8
| 55 students
3500 Woodley Road NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6485
Grades: PK-3
| 374 students
2001 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007
(703) 829-3700
Grades: PK-12
| 590 students
Georgetown Day School
Georgetown Day School Photo
(2)
4200 Davenport Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Grades: PK-12
| 1,050 students
Holy Trinity School
Holy Trinity School Photo - Holy Trinity School, 1325 36th Street, NW Washington, DC 20007
(Catholic)
(1)
1325 36th St NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2339
Grades: PK-8
| 326 students
Howard University Early Learning Program
Daycare / Preschool
531 College St Nw
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 806-7102
Grades: NS-K
| 52 students
Lowell School
Lowell School Photo - Students at every grade-level enjoy hands-on STEAM education.
(10)
1640 Kalmia Road NW
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 577-2000
Grades: PK-8
| 314 students
North Campus: 6045 16th St., NW; South Campus 4715 16th St., NW
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 291-5737
Grades: PK-8
| 518 students
Montessori School Of Chevy Chase
Montessori School Of Chevy Chase Photo - We love our school!
Montessori School
(1)
5312 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 362-6212
Grades: NS-1
| 55 students
St. Augustine Catholic School
St. Augustine Catholic School Photo - Elementary student
(Catholic)
1421 V Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Grades: PK-8
| 169 students
Saint Peter School
Saint Peter School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
422 3rd Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1618
Grades: PK-8
| 233 students
Sidwell Friends School
(Friends)
3825 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
Grades: PK-12
| 1,142 students
Washington International School
Washington International School Photo - WIS has a regulation-size soccer field and regularly wins PVAC soccer championship banners.
Special Program Emphasis
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Grades: NS-12
| 899 students
Academia De La Recta Porta Icds
(Christian)
7614 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
Grades: PK-12
| 47 students
Acton Academy Of Washington, Dc
Montessori School
2422 K St Nw
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 495-0507
Grades: PK-7
| 30 students
Aidan Montessori School
Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment.
Montessori School
2700 27th Street, Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Grades: NS-6
| 154 students
Annunciation Catholic School
Annunciation Catholic School Photo - Kindergarten LOVES to read in their tent!
(Catholic)
(1)
3810 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Grades: PK-8
| 123 students
Auguste Montessori
Auguste Montessori Photo
Montessori School
3600 Ellicott Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 237-1788
Grades: PK-K
| 17 students
BIDKids Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
1300 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20577
(202) 623-3600
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
The Bridges Academy
(1)
6119 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 829-1901
Grades: PK-8
| 160 students
Broad Branch Children's House
Montessori School
5608 Broad Branch Rd Nw
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 232-2233
Grades: PK-K
| 45 students
210 South Carolina Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Grades: PK-8
| 227 students
1217 West Virginia Avenue Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 397-1614
Grades: PK-8
| 241 students
Child Development Center at the Dept. of Labor
Daycare / Preschool
200 Constitution Ave NW #1450
Washington, DC 20210
(202) 693-7979
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
The Children's House Of Washington
Montessori School
3133 Dumbarton St Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2551
Grades: PK-K
| 24 students
Clara Muhammad School
Daycare / Preschool (Islamic)
(1)
2313 Martin Luther King Jr Ave Se
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 610-1090
Grades: K
| 25 students
Diplotots Too
Daycare / Preschool
600 19th St NW SA-17 FL2
Washington, DC 20522
(202) 485-6004
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
District Montessori
Montessori School
301 A St Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 294-4799
Grades: PK-K
| 51 students
Dot Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool
800 Independence Ave Sw
Washington, DC 20591
(202) 267-7672
Grades: PK-K
| 12 students
Dupont Park Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
3942 Alabama Ave Se
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 583-8500
Grades: PK-8
| 130 students
Franklin Montessori School
Franklin Montessori School Photo - Friends enjoying the woods
Montessori School
4473 Connecticut Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 966-7747
Grades: PK-1
| 127 students
The French Maternal School
Special Program Emphasis
3115 P St Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 276-0465
Grades: PK-K
| 51 students
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Washington, District Of Columbia Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2200 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 785-0181
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
220 Highview Place Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 562-7070
Grades: PK-8
| 182 students
Holy Redeemer Catholic School (Closed 2017)
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
1135 New Jersey Avenue Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 638-5789
Grades: PK-8
| 249 students
Holy Temple Christian Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School (Pentecostal)
439 12th Street Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-8364
Grades: PK-8
| 72 students
Kingsbury Day School (Closed 2022)
Special Education School
5000 14th St Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 722-5555
Grades: PK-12
| 93 students
1240 Randolph St Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 234-3210
Grades: NS-5
| 56 students
6008 Georgia Avenue Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 723-3322
Grades: NS-8
| 217 students
1604 Morris Road Se
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 678-4999
Grades: 6-8
| 77 students
3740 Ely Pl., S.e.
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 584-4278
Grades: PK-8
| 176 students
2019 Rhode Island Avenue Ne
Washington, DC 20018
(202) 529-5394
Grades: PK-8
| 203 students
St. Gabriel School (Closed 2006)
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
510 Webster St NW
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 726-9212
Grades: K-8
| 172 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in Washington, DC?
The top ranked private preschools in Washington, DC include Sidwell Friends School, Holy Trinity School and Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation's Capital.
How many private preschools are located in Washington, DC?
67 private preschools are located in Washington, DC.
How much do private preschools cost in Washington, DC?
The average tuition cost is $26,853, which is same as the District Of Columbia private school average tuition cost of $26,853.
How diverse are private preschools in Washington, DC?
Washington, DC private preschools are approximately 49% minority students, which is same as the District Of Columbia private school average of 49%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Washington, DC?
39% of private preschools in Washington, DC are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

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