Excellent
#5 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 9% of private schools
Maret School
School
3000 CATHEDRAL AVE NW, Washington, DC 20008
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#5 of 45
In Washington
#5 of 45
public schools
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Maret School
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About Maret School
Maret School is a private school in Washington, DC. Maret School serves approximately 650 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maret School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6:1 students to teachers, Maret School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Maret 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 Maret School compares to 232 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maret School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School | 8.1 |
| Eaton ES | 8.2 |
| Hardy MS | 8.2 |
| Hearst ES | 9.4 |
| Stoddert ES | 8.9 |
| Bancroft ES | 8.6 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts | 5.9 |
| H.D. Cooke ES | 6.4 |
| Marie Reed ES | 8.3 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| Hyde-Addison ES | 7.7 |
| Mann ES | 7.8 |
| Ross ES | 9.7 |
| Tubman ES | 5.7 |
| Janney ES | 8.9 |
| Meridian PCS | 4.2 |
| Jackson-Reed HS | 7.6 |
| Cardozo Education Campus | 4.6 |
| Murch ES | 7.9 |
| Powell ES | 7.5 |
Showing 20 of 232 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
3000 CATHEDRAL AVE NW, Washington, DC 20008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maret School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Washington | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Eaton ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| BRITISH INT'L SCHL WASHINGTON Washington | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL AND STUDIOS Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Hardy MS Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Hearst ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Stoddert ES Washington | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY WDC: WASHINGTON D.C. Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Hyde-Addison ES Washington | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| GEORGETOWN VISITATION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Bancroft ES Washington | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Washington, DC | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maret School
What grades does Maret School serve?
Maret School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Maret School?
Maret School has an enrollment of approximately 650 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maret School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maret School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Maret School rank in DC?
Maret School ranks #5 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Maret School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maret School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Maret School a private school?
Yes, Maret 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 Maret School a religious school?
No, Maret School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 650
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 108
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 939-8821
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