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Capitol Hill Day School

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Washington, DC · K–11

Last verified August 20, 2026

210 S Carolina Ave Se, 20003 · (202) 355-4498

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Enrollment

203

Student:teacher

6:1

Published tuition

$42,830–$45,010

Application fee

$65

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Tuition by division

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Head of school

Jason Gray

Head of School

Curriculum & special classes

Capitol Hill Day School offers a progressive, coed Pre-K through 8th Grade education. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, asking meaningful questions, and connecting classroom learning to the broader world through an unparalleled Field Education Program.

Field Education Program
After School Program
Summer Camp
Spanish
Art

Financial aid

Capitol Hill Day School is committed to providing a quality education to an economically diverse student body, awarding over $1,000,000 in financial assistance annually. Approximately 25% of students receive financial aid, which is administered through Clarity.

Application fee: $65

Before & after school care

Before school

Not listed

After school

The school offers an After School Program.

Cost

The After School Program is billed separately from tuition.

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Admissions

The admissions process involves creating an account in Ravenna, reviewing a checklist of required materials, submitting an application, and attending a required tour or open house. Student visits are scheduled after an application is received.

Apply by

December 18 (for the 2027-2028 school year application); Supplemental materials deadline is January 15, 2027.

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

$65

What they ask for: Application with $65 fee, parent questionnaire, teacher recommendations (current and previous year's teacher), transcripts (for 2nd-8th grades), student visit/playdate, required tour/open house. Optional items include parent meeting and financial assistance application.

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