Very Good
#11 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 22% of private schools
Edmund Burke School
High School
4101 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, Washington, DC 20008
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#11 of 45
In Washington
#11 of 45
public schools
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About Edmund Burke School
Edmund Burke School is a private high school in Washington, DC. Edmund Burke School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Edmund Burke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Edmund Burke School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Edmund Burke 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 Edmund Burke School compares to 113 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Edmund Burke School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Jackson-Reed HS | 7.6 |
| Deal MS | 8.6 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School | 8.1 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt HS | 4.6 |
| MacFarland MS | 7.8 |
| Hardy MS | 8.2 |
| Friendship PCS - Online Academy | 3.2 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts | 5.9 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - MS | 4.9 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - HS | 6.3 |
| Center City PCS - Petworth | 5.9 |
| Cardozo Education Campus | 4.6 |
| Center City PCS - Brightwood | 8.1 |
| Meridian PCS | 4.2 |
| Paul PCS - International HS | 6.7 |
| Paul PCS - MS | 5.6 |
| School Without Walls at Francis-Stevens | 7.9 |
| District of Columbia International School | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS | 3.0 |
Showing 20 of 113 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.
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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
4101 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, Washington, DC 20008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edmund Burke School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jackson-Reed HS (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOHNS COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | — |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Hearst ES Washington | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| Eaton ES Washington | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Murch ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| MARET SCHOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Deal MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Jackson-Reed HS Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Janney ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEVY CHASE Washington | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHNS COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,653
Median Home Value
$894,100
Median Rent
$2,202/mo
Population
28,743
College Educated
88.9%
Homeownership
35.6%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bard HS Early College DC (Bard DC) Washington, DC | 7.3 |
| Friendship PCS - Technology Preparatory HS Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Paul PCS - International HS Washington, DC | 6.7 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS Washington, DC | 6.5 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - HS Washington, DC | 6.3 |
| Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts Washington, DC | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edmund Burke School
What grades does Edmund Burke School serve?
Edmund Burke School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Edmund Burke School?
Edmund Burke School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edmund Burke School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edmund Burke School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Edmund Burke School rank in DC?
Edmund Burke School ranks #11 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Edmund Burke School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edmund Burke School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Edmund Burke School a private school?
Yes, Edmund Burke 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 Edmund Burke School a religious school?
No, Edmund Burke School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 333
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 362-8882
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