Edmund Burke School | 6th-12th Grade in Washington DC

Edmund Burke School | 6th-12th Grade in Washington DC
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Middle School | Grades 6-8
"The magnitude of middle school."
Our students want to explore, create, collaborate, and question incessantly. Learn how Burke, as a progressive school, encourages and guides that energy.
High School | Grades 9-12
"Be multifaceted. Be yourself."
Opportunities are vast and varied here, and everyone can access the full range of Burke’s offerings. Start exploring our college prep curriculum.
Admissions Dates
Fall 2026
Learn About Round II Admissions
Fall 2027
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Independent.
Progressive.
College Prep.
Grades 6-12
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Founded in 1968.
our mission
:
Burke consciously brings together students who are
different from one another
in many ways,
actively engages
them in their own education, holds them to
high expectations
, gives them
power and responsibility
, and supports and advances their growth as
skilled and independent thinkers
who step forward to make
positive contributions
to the world in which they live.
average class size
12
student-teacher ratio
6:1
teachers with advanced degrees
67%
represented zip codes
59
students from DC
64%
blocks from the Metro
1.5
students of color
40%
new students from public schools
46%
new students from private schools
48%
new students from international schools
6%
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be multifaceted. be yourself.
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Local Landmark
Across the Street - Penni Park
Across the Street - Penni Park
Our Neighborhood
Our Neighborhood
Auction for Financial Aid | April 18 2026
Portrait of a Graduate
> Our Long-Term Vision
Upcoming Admissions Events
List of 2 events.
Feb
26
Admissions Decision Day
2/26/2027
4:00 PM
Mar
12
Admissions Reply Deadline
3/12/2027
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Announcement: High School Leadership 2026-27
We are excited to share the newest members of Edmund Burke School's administrative and academic leadership for 2026-27.
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6th Grade on the Road
"How do we compare the seat of government to the seats of finance and culture?"
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Our Approach to Extracurriculars
At Burke, our goal is for students to
continually explore
– be that in 6th, 9th, or 12th grade. Whether you are brand-new or well-versed in a discipline, Burke will be your space to grow.
How do we make that possible?
1. "No Cut" Policy:
this doesn't mean we eschew auditions and tryouts, and it doesn't mean we guarantee equal playing time. But it means that any student who wants to try soccer, acting, swim, or costume design (and more) will have a place in those programs.
2. The Burke Schedule
: we build arts, clubs, and leadership into the school day, which both affirms their significant value and lessens the constraints on after school hours.
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On Experiential Learning
Our identity as an urban school in DC provides
inspiration and opportunity
to engage students in
experiential education
. While field trips are a crucial ingredient, the recipe for experiential learning goes beyond that. This approach calls
students to learn by doing
and then by reflecting on what they've done.
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we look forward to meeting you!
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Co-ed, progressive, college prep school in Washington, DC featuring a challenging curriculum in an inclusive environment for grades 6-12.
4101 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20008
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Phone
:
202-362-8882
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Fax
: 202-362-1914