K-12 Schools

1. Sidwell Friends School
   • Private, PK-12
   • Known for educating children of politicians and diplomats
2. St. Albans School
   • Private, 4-12 (boys)
   • Rigorous academic program with strong athletic traditions
3. Georgetown Day School
   • Private, PK-12
   • Known for its progressive education and diverse student body
4. School Without Walls High School
   • Public, 9-12
   • Magnet school with a college preparatory focus
5. Benjamin Banneker Academic High School
   • Public, 9-12
   • Consistently ranked as one of the top public high schools in D.C.

Colleges and Universities

1. Georgetown University
   • Private research university
   • Renowned for international relations and political science programs
2. George Washington University
   • Private research university
   • Known for its programs in political management, international affairs, and law
3. American University
   • Private research university
   • Strong programs in communication, international service, and public affairs
4. Howard University
   • Private historically black university
   • Known for its programs in business, communications, and health sciences