Father Andrew White Catholic Elementary School for grades Pre-K through 8 accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and sponsored by the Archdiocese of Washington.
The purpose of Father Andrew White, S.J. School is to continue the ministry of Jesus by providing an educational environment for His children where the Catholic faith and gospel values are taught and practiced on a daily basis.
The school community attempts to meet the academic and spiritual needs of each child by offering a variety of learning opportunities and challenges in a caring and respectful atmosphere.
We strive to prepare our students to be responsible, faith-filled, contributing members of society.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2012
Student Body
Total Students
232 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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