Very Good
#10 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 20% of private schools
Capitol Hill Day School
Elementary School
210 S CAROLINA AVE SE, Washington, DC 20003
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#10 of 45
In Washington
#10 of 45
public schools
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Capitol Hill Day School
Elementary School in Washington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Capitol Hill Day School
Capitol Hill Day School is a private elementary school in Washington, DC. Capitol Hill Day School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Capitol Hill Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Capitol Hill Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Capitol Hill Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Capitol Hill Day School compares to 207 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Capitol Hill Day School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Brent ES | 9.4 |
| Van Ness ES | 4.6 |
| Tyler ES | 8.3 |
| Watkins ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) | 6.7 |
| Peabody ES (Capitol Hill Cluster) | 7.7 |
| Amidon-Bowen ES | 7.0 |
| Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts | 6.3 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Southwest | 6.3 |
| Washington Global PCS | 8.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary | 8.1 |
| Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle | 5.5 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park | 5.9 |
| Stuart-Hobson MS (Capitol Hill Cluster) | 6.3 |
| Payne ES | 8.7 |
| Maury ES | 9.4 |
| Jefferson MS Academy | 5.9 |
| Capitol Hill Montessori School at Logan | 6.6 |
| Eagle Academy PCS - Capitol Riverfront | 4.8 |
| Ludlow-Taylor ES | 8.5 |
| Center City PCS - Capitol Hill | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 207 schools. View all schools in Washington
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DC.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
210 S CAROLINA AVE SE, Washington, DC 20003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Capitol Hill Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brent ES (rated 9.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tyler ES (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,604
Median Home Value
$954,200
Median Rent
$2,630/mo
Population
36,194
College Educated
80.8%
Homeownership
38.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| KIPP DC - Inspire Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.3 |
| Lorraine H. Whitlock ES Washington, DC | 7.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Armstrong Elementary Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Early Childhood Academy PCS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Friendship PCS - Woodridge International Elementary Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Moten ES Washington, DC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Capitol Hill Day School
What grades does Capitol Hill Day School serve?
Capitol Hill Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Capitol Hill Day School?
Capitol Hill Day School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Capitol Hill Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Capitol Hill Day School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Capitol Hill Day School rank in DC?
Capitol Hill Day School ranks #10 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Capitol Hill Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Capitol Hill Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Capitol Hill Day School a private school?
Yes, Capitol Hill Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Capitol Hill Day School a religious school?
No, Capitol Hill Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 355-4498
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