Below Average
#41 of 45 private schools in DC
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School
High School
1524 35TH ST NW, Washington, DC 20007
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#41 of 45
In Washington
#41 of 45
public schools
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Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School
High School in Washington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School is a private high school in Washington, DC. Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- DC avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory 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 Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School compares to 44 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts | 5.9 |
| School Without Walls HS | 8.3 |
| Goodwill Excel Center PCS | 5.1 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| Cardozo Education Campus | 4.6 |
| Benjamin Banneker HS | 8.2 |
| Roosevelt STAY HS | 3.0 |
| Girls Global Academy PCS | 6.5 |
| BASIS DC PCS | 8.6 |
| Jackson-Reed HS | 7.6 |
| Dunbar HS | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt HS | 4.6 |
| Richard Wright PCS for Journalism and Media Arts | 6.3 |
| McKinley Technology HS | 6.9 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - HS | 6.3 |
| Washington Leadership Academy PCS | 5.8 |
| KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS | 4.7 |
| Washington Latin PCS - Upper School | 8.2 |
| Paul PCS - International HS | 6.7 |
| Luke C. Moore HS | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 44 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
1524 35TH ST NW, Washington, DC 20007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. School Without Walls HS (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE FIELD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Duke Ellington School of the Arts (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Washington | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Hyde-Addison ES Washington | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Hardy MS Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| THE FRENCH MATERNAL SCHOOL Washington | 0.3 mi | — |
| BRITISH INT'L SCHL WASHINGTON Washington | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| GEORGETOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 0.6 mi | — |
| Stoddert ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF WASHINGTON, DC Washington | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST PATRICKS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| MARET SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THE FIELD SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST PATRICK'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center Washington | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Eaton ES Washington | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Innovation Elementary Arlington | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| School Without Walls HS Washington | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$142,783
Median Home Value
$1,202,900
Median Rent
$2,066/mo
Population
23,696
College Educated
86.9%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cardozo Education Campus Washington, DC | 4.6 |
| KIPP DC - College Preparatory PCS Washington, DC | 4.7 |
| Ballou STAY HS Washington, DC | 4.1 |
| IDEA PCS Washington, DC | 4.1 |
| Goodwill Excel Center PCS Washington, DC | 5.1 |
| Kingsman Academy PCS Washington, DC | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School
What grades does Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School serve?
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School?
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School rank in DC?
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School ranks #41 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School a religious school?
Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 509
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 153 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 337-3350
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