The Monroe School (2026 Profile)

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The Monroe School

601 50th St Ne
Washington, DC 20019

Tel: (202) 399-8350

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The Nannie Helen Burroughs School is a private educational institution dedicated to Christian principles, which embrace the African world experience and culture.

The School is committed to the holistic education of children, which will provide them with the values, knowledge and skills to ensure their role as productive world citizens and leaders in the global context of the 21st century.

The Nannie Helen Burroughs School is a department of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, and serves as a model and facilitator of education and training to meet the additional needs of students, adults, families and communities locally, nationally and internationally.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 37 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,500
Average class size: 4 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Independent 草榴社区 Schools Association

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Year Founded

2006

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

37 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 49%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

4 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,500

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School Notes

School Motto: Educating Today for Tomorrow鈥檚 Success

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does The Monroe School cost?

The Monroe School's tuition is approximately $25,500 for private students.

When is the application deadline for The Monroe School?

The application deadline for The Monroe School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Monroe School located?

The Monroe School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 37 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,500
Average class size: 4 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Washington, DC is $29,412 for elementary schools and $36,096 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Washington, DC is 50% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).