Very Good
#14 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 29% of private schools
St Patrick's Episcopal Day School
Elementary School
4700 WHITEHAVEN PKWY NW, Washington, DC 20007
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#14 of 45
In Washington
#14 of 45
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St Patrick's Episcopal Day School
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About St Patrick's Episcopal Day School
St Patrick's Episcopal Day School is a private elementary school in Washington, DC. St Patrick's Episcopal Day School serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick's Episcopal Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- DC avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, St Patrick's Episcopal Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Patrick's Episcopal 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 St Patrick's Episcopal Day School compares to 207 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patrick's Episcopal Day School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Stoddert ES | 8.9 |
| Key ES | 8.1 |
| Hardy MS | 8.2 |
| Mann ES | 7.8 |
| Hyde-Addison ES | 7.7 |
| Eaton ES | 8.2 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School | 8.1 |
| Hearst ES | 9.4 |
| Janney ES | 8.9 |
| Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center | 6.3 |
| Deal MS | 8.6 |
| Marie Reed ES | 8.3 |
| Murch ES | 7.9 |
| Ross ES | 9.7 |
| H.D. Cooke ES | 6.4 |
| Bancroft ES | 8.6 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Columbia Heights | 6.3 |
| Meridian PCS | 4.2 |
| Garrison ES | 9.1 |
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
4700 WHITEHAVEN PKWY NW, Washington, DC 20007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patrick's Episcopal Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stoddert ES (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arlington Science Focus School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taylor Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY SCHOOL Washington | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| THE FIELD SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| RIVER SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PATRICKS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Stoddert ES Washington | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Key ES Washington | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Mann ES Washington | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Duke Ellington School of the Arts Washington | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Hardy MS Washington | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| GEORGETOWN VISITATION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Washington | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| BRITISH INT'L SCHL WASHINGTON Washington | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Innovation Elementary Arlington | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Taylor Elementary Arlington | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Dorothy Hamm Middle Arlington | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Hyde-Addison ES Washington | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Arlington Science Focus School Arlington | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Amidon-Bowen ES Washington, DC | 7.0 |
| Barnard ES Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| Cedar Tree Academy PCS Washington, DC | 6.9 |
| E.L. Haynes PCS - ES Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS - Brookland Washington, DC | 7.1 |
| Excel Academy Washington, DC | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patrick's Episcopal Day School
What grades does St Patrick's Episcopal Day School serve?
St Patrick's Episcopal Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Patrick's Episcopal Day School?
St Patrick's Episcopal Day School has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick's Episcopal Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick's Episcopal Day 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 St Patrick's Episcopal Day School rank in DC?
St Patrick's Episcopal Day School ranks #14 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is St Patrick's Episcopal Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patrick's Episcopal Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Patrick's Episcopal Day School a private school?
Yes, St Patrick's Episcopal Day School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Patrick's Episcopal Day School a religious school?
St Patrick's Episcopal Day School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (202) 342-2814
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