Sheridan School vs. Georgetown Day School
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School Overview
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Top Rankings
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Georgetown Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
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Overview
At Sheridan, learning is empowerment. A vibrant K-8 progressive school with no more than 230 students, we intentionally develop in students an authentic desire to learn, to frame questions, to seek answers, to lead, to explore, and to create. This culture of intellectual and creative energy provides students with opportunities to find and build their voice, their passions, and their talents at an early age.
Our balanced approach to education in the elementary and middle school years sets our students on the path for finding joy in lifelong learning.
Challenge at Sheridan is not limited to the classroom.
Our 130-acre Mountain Campus provides students with an opportunity to move outside the comfort of their regular surroundings and experience new levels of challenge in nature - a perspective that plays a vital role in developing confidence and character.
GDS is a school where students love to learn, and learn to change the world. Georgetown Day School is a coed, preK-12, non-sectarian independent school in Washington, DC with small class sizes and a diverse school community.
Our comprehensive, innovative curriculum includes hands-on learning, honors and Upper Level classes, as well as advanced-level math and STEM courses.
An education is not just college prep and SAT scores. GDS teachers focus on providing the best education for each child, from elementary grades through high school.
The school performing arts program includes theater, dance, and music.
The athletics program offers competitive sports for student athletes, including cross-country, track, soccer, lacrosse, and crew/rowing.
With our strong commitment to financial aid, an independent school tuition is affordable.
Grades Offered
K-8
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Year Founded
1927
1945
Students Body
Total Students
232 students
1050 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
31%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
20
Kindergarten Students
24
40
Grade 1 Students
26
45
Grade 2 Students
26
45
Grade 3 Students
26
50
Grade 4 Students
26
55
Grade 5 Students
26
60
Grade 6 Students
26
75
Grade 7 Students
26
80
Grade 8 Students
26
80
Grade 9 Students
-
125
Grade 10 Students
-
125
Grade 11 Students
-
125
Grade 12 Students
-
125
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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% Faculty with Advance Degree
70%
79%
Average Class Size
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8
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:5
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(Informal for all community members)
(Informal for all community members)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 17
Jan. 8
Tuition Cost
$42,750
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Tuition Notes
We offer financial aid. 26% of our students receive financial aid.
Tuition ranges from $42,818 to $51,625.
% on Financial Aid
26%
24%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$21,320
$36,000
Acceptance Rate
30%
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Admissions Director
Karen O'Connor-Floman
Chris Levy
Admissions Associate
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Jessica Ahn
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
19
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
5
26
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
After School Music Lessons, Gay Straight Alliance, Spring Musical, Student Council, Students of Color Affinity Group
A Cappella, Asian Club, Augur Bit student newspaper, Black Student Union, Boys Leading Boys, Chorus, Community Service, Debate Team, Environmental Club, Feminist Reading Group, Future Entrepreneurs, Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Improv Club, It's Academic!, Jazz Ensemble, Literary Magazine, Math Team, More than 100 clubs at the High School, One Act Play, Quiz Bowl, Robotics, Student Ambassadors, Student Government, Students of Color, Theater Production, Yearbook