The National Center for Educational Statistics reports that there are 82 private schools in the District of Columbia. Twenty-six are affiliated with the Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington (AISGW), including facilities such as Georgetown Day School and Capitol Hill Day School. Enrollment at the 26 AISGW schools has been stable over the past several years at about 11,000 students. These facilities are shown in Map 12.3. Most of the remaining schools are affiliated with churches, including 18 represented by the National Catholic Educational Association and several affiliated with other religious organizations. 1205.1
Policy EDU-1.3.1: Private Schools
Recognize private schools as an important part of Washington's educational infrastructure. Private school representatives should be encouraged to participate in citywide educational facility planning initiatives. 1205.2
Map 12.3: Locations of Private Schools
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D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 10, r. 10-A1205