Decoding Washington, D.C. metropolitan's top independent high schools and their college placements.
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Our D.C.-ECPI balances elite national placement with profound strength in regional flagship and HBCU pipelines.
Washington, D.C.
Reclaiming the top spot, this historic institution offers an unparalleled balance of elite placements at both Top 25 National Universities and Top 15 Liberal Arts Colleges.
This exclusive group represents the absolute pinnacle of college admissions success in the capital region.
McLean, VA • 42% T25 | 6% T15 LAC
McLean, VA • 48% T25 | 2% T15 LAC
Washington, D.C. • 38% T25 | 12% T15 LAC
The top of the rankings is a battle between the elite historic schools of Northwest D.C. and the modern powerhouses of McLean, Virginia.
While BASIS Independent McLean dominates STEM-focused research universities, traditional powerhouses like the #1 ranked Sidwell Friends offer a profoundly balanced profile with significantly higher placement rates into Top 15 Liberal Arts Colleges.
Explore our interactive database to compare D.C. Metro private high schools head-to-head.