Excellent
#2 of 45 private schools in DC
Top 2% of private schools
Whittle School and Studios
School
3400 INTERNATIONAL DR NW, Washington, DC 20008
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
District of Columbia private schools
#2 of 45
In Washington
#2 of 45
public schools
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About Whittle School and Studios
Whittle School and Studios is a private school in Washington, DC. Whittle School and Studios serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittle School and Studios has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 45 private schools in DC.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- DC avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Whittle School and Studios is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.3:1 students to teachers, Whittle School and Studios sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Whittle School and Studios 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 Whittle School and Studios compares to 241 public schools serving similar grades in Washington, DC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Whittle School and Studios (this school) | 8.4 |
| Hearst ES | 9.4 |
| Eaton ES | 8.2 |
| Murch ES | 7.9 |
| Jackson-Reed HS | 7.6 |
| Deal MS | 8.6 |
| Janney ES | 8.9 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School | 8.1 |
| Mann ES | 7.8 |
| Bancroft ES | 8.6 |
| Stoddert ES | 8.9 |
| Lafayette ES | 8.5 |
| Latin American Montessori Bilingual PCS | 6.6 |
| Powell ES | 7.5 |
| Columbia Heights Education Campus | 6.4 |
| Hardy MS | 8.2 |
| H.D. Cooke ES | 6.4 |
| John Lewis ES | 7.6 |
| Dorothy I. Height ES | 8.7 |
| Roosevelt HS | 4.6 |
| MacFarland MS | 7.8 |
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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
3400 INTERNATIONAL DR NW, Washington, DC 20008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittle School and Studios may also want to explore other schools in the area. WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS (rated 8.3/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is MARET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| EDMUND BURKE SCHOOL Washington | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| FRANKLIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 0.4 mi | — |
| Hearst ES Washington | 0.4 mi | 9.4 |
| SHERIDAN SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Eaton ES Washington | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SIDWELL FRIENDS SCHOOL Washington | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL 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 |
| Jackson-Reed HS Washington | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Washington | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Janney ES Washington | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| NATIONAL PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Washington | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Oyster-Adams Bilingual School Washington | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEVY CHASE Washington | 1.3 mi | — |
| GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOHNS COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Washington | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WHITTLE SCHOOL & STUDIOS Washington, DC | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittle School and Studios
What grades does Whittle School and Studios serve?
Whittle School and Studios serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Whittle School and Studios?
Whittle School and Studios has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittle School and Studios?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittle School and Studios is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Whittle School and Studios rank in DC?
Whittle School and Studios ranks #2 of 45 private schools in DC.
What is Whittle School and Studios's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittle School and Studios has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Whittle School and Studios a private school?
Yes, Whittle School and Studios 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 Whittle School and Studios a religious school?
No, Whittle School and Studios is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- District of Columbia
- Phone
- (240) 277-6880
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