Excellent
#8 of 378 private schools in MD
Top 2% of private schools
Washington Episcopal School
Elementary School
5600 LITTLE FALLS PKWY, Bethesda, MD 20816
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Maryland private schools
#8 of 378
In Bethesda
#2 of 15
public schools
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Washington Episcopal School
Elementary School in Bethesda · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Washington Episcopal School
Washington Episcopal School is a private elementary school in Bethesda, MD. Washington Episcopal School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 378 private schools in MD.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- MD avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Washington Episcopal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Washington Episcopal 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 Washington Episcopal School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Bethesda, MD
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Washington Episcopal School (this school) | 8.7 |
| Westbrook Elementary | 9.4 |
| Westland Middle | 8.6 |
| Wood Acres Elementary | 9.3 |
| Bethesda Elementary | 9.0 |
| Bannockburn Elementary | 8.8 |
| Thomas W. Pyle Middle | 9.2 |
| Bradley Hills Elementary | 9.0 |
| Burning Tree Elementary | 9.1 |
| North Bethesda Middle | 8.6 |
| Wyngate Elementary | 8.9 |
| Carderock Springs Elementary | 9.6 |
| Ashburton Elementary | 8.2 |
| Woodlin Elementary | 8.1 |
| Seven Locks Elementary | 9.7 |
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 MD.
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 MD
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
5600 LITTLE FALLS PKWY, Bethesda, MD 20816
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Episcopal School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Westbrook Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wood Acres Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Somerset Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Chevy Chase), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bethesda, see our Bethesda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westbrook Elementary Bethesda | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Westland Middle Bethesda | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Somerset Elementary Chevy Chase | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL Bethesda | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CONCORD HILL SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ONENESS FAMILY SCHOOL Chevy Chase | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Wood Acres Elementary Bethesda | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| THE BETHESDA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bethesda Elementary Bethesda | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| THE FAMILY ACADEMY OF BETHESDA Bethesda | 1.5 mi | — |
| WASHINGTON WALDORF SCHOOL Bethesda | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Bethesda-Chevy Chase High Bethesda | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL Washington | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Chevy Chase Elementary Chevy Chase | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Washington | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Janney ES Washington | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Walt Whitman High Bethesda | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Jackson-Reed HS Washington | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHEVY CHASE Washington | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20816 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$231,284
Median Home Value
$1,166,100
Median Rent
$2,723/mo
Population
18,081
College Educated
88.8%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
43.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AL-RAHMAH SCHOOL Baltimore, MD | 8.6 |
| Cashell Elementary Rockville, MD | 8.6 |
| Chapel District Elementary Cordova, MD | 8.6 |
| Frost Elementary Frostburg, MD | 8.6 |
| Willards Elementary Willards, MD | 8.6 |
| DuFief Elementary Gaithersburg, MD | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Episcopal School
What grades does Washington Episcopal School serve?
Washington Episcopal School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Washington Episcopal School?
Washington Episcopal School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Episcopal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Episcopal School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Washington Episcopal School rank in MD?
Washington Episcopal School ranks #8 of 378 private schools in MD.
What is Washington Episcopal School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Episcopal School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Washington Episcopal School a private school?
Yes, Washington Episcopal 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 Washington Episcopal School a religious school?
Washington Episcopal School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 290
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 208 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (301) 652-7878
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