San Miguel School in Washington, DC serves 84 boys in grades 6 through 8 with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 in a city–based Catholic alternative school setting.
The school employs 9 teachers and is located in Northwest Washington within a large city community.
San Miguel School has a student body that is 100 percent students of color, ranking in the top 20% of private schools in DC for diversity.
Tuition and acceptance rate information are not provided; the school is part of the Washington, DC private school market.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
San Miguel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
84 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 49%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for San Miguel School?
The application deadline for San Miguel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is San Miguel School located?
San Miguel School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.
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