For the 2024-25 school year, there are 67 private preschools serving 10,691 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 $27,674, which is same as the District Of Columbia private preschool average tuition cost of $27,674.
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.]( "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
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-7569
Grades: NS-6
| 306 students
The River School![The River School Photo - The River School offers an inviting, inclusive space for learning where children (18 months - Grade 5) are inspired to observe, wonder and experiment in a nurturing environment. We provide a strong academic foundation through creative, evidence-based teaching. Children are inspired to love learning, become critical thinkers, solve problems, and engage in meaningful inquiry. We are a caring, connected community.]( "The River School Photo - The River School offers an inviting, inclusive space for learning where children (18 months - Grade 5) are inspired to observe, wonder and experiment in a nurturing environment. We provide a strong academic foundation through creative, evidence-based teaching. Children are inspired to love learning, become critical thinkers, solve problems, and engage in meaningful inquiry. We are a caring, connected community.")
Alternative School
4880 Macarthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-3554
Grades: NS-5
| 223 students
4380 Macarthur Blvd NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 338-1557
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 338-1557
Grades: NS-PK
| 25 students
Waterfront Academy![Waterfront Academy Photo - Elementary students exploring the microscope.]( "Waterfront Academy Photo - Elementary students exploring the microscope.")
Montessori School (Catholic)
924 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
Grades: PK-8
| 55 students
3500 Woodley Road NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6485
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-6485
Grades: PK-3
| 374 students
2001 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 280-6780
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 280-6780
Grades: PK-12
| 616 students
4200 Davenport Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 274-3200
Grades: PK-12
| 1,050 students
1325 36th St NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 337-2339
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
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 806-7102
Grades: NS-K
| 52 students
North Campus: 6045 16th St., NW; South Campus 4715 16th St., NW
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 291-5737
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 291-5737
Grades: PK-8
| 518 students
5312 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 362-6212
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 362-6212
Grades: NS-1
| 55 students
St. Augustine Catholic School![St. Augustine Catholic School Photo - Elementary student]( "St. Augustine Catholic School Photo - Elementary student")
(Catholic)
1421 V Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Grades: PK-8
| 169 students
422 3rd Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-1618
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
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
Grades: PK-12
| 1,142 students
Washington International School![Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities.]( "Washington International School Photo - The Primary School outdoor play area includes a field used for a variety of activities.")
Special Program Emphasis
3100 Macomb Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 243-1800
Grades: NS-12
| 890 students
Academia De La Recta Porta Icds
(Christian)
7614 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20012
(202) 726-8737
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
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 495-0507
Grades: PK-7
| 30 students
Aidan Montessori School![Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment.]( "Aidan Montessori School Photo - Our outdoor learning environment.")
Montessori School
2700 27th Street, Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 387-2700
Grades: NS-6
| 154 students
3810 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Grades: PK-8
| 123 students
Auguste Montessori![Auguste Montessori Photo]( "Auguste Montessori Photo")
Montessori School
3600 Ellicott Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 237-1788
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
Washington, DC 20577
(202) 623-3600
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
6119 Georgia Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 829-1901
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
Washington, DC 20015
(202) 232-2233
Grades: PK-K
| 45 students
210 South Carolina Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 355-4498
Grades: PK-8
| 227 students
1217 West Virginia Avenue Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 397-1614
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
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
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 342-2551
Grades: PK-K
| 24 students
2313 Martin Luther King Jr Ave Se
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 610-1090
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
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
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
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
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 583-8500
Grades: PK-8
| 130 students
Franklin Montessori School![Franklin Montessori School Photo - Friends enjoying the woods]( "Franklin Montessori School Photo - Friends enjoying the woods")
Montessori School
4473 Connecticut Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20008
(202) 966-7747
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
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 Penn Child Care Center (Closed 2021)
Daycare / Preschool
2200 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 785-0181
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 785-0181
Grades: NS-PK
| n/a students
Assumption Catholic School (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
220 Highview Place Se
Washington, DC 20032
(202) 562-7070
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
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
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
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 722-5555
Grades: PK-12
| 93 students
1240 Randolph St Ne
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 234-3210
Washington, DC 20017
(202) 234-3210
Grades: NS-5
| 56 students
Nativity Catholic Academy (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
6008 Georgia Avenue Nw
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 723-3322
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 723-3322
Grades: NS-8
| 217 students
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help (Closed 2006)
(Catholic)
1604 Morris Road Se
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 678-4999
Washington, DC 20020
(202) 678-4999
Grades: 6-8
| 77 students
3740 Ely Pl., S.e.
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 584-4278
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 584-4278
Grades: PK-8
| 176 students
2019 Rhode Island Avenue Ne
Washington, DC 20018
(202) 529-5394
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
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?
67 private preschools are located in Washington.
How much do private preschools cost in Washington?
The average tuition cost is $27,674, which is same as the District Of Columbia private school average tuition cost of $27,674.
How diverse are private preschools in Washington?
Washington 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?
Which private preschools in Washington are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private preschools in Washington include: Georgetown Day School vs. Sidwell Friends School, St. Francis Xavier Catholic Academyool vs. St. Thomas More Catholic, St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School vs. Holy Trinity School
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