Fast Facts
Challenging academics in a progressive program that embraces your individuality.
About
A co-ed, progressive, and college prep school serving students in grades 6–12
Founded in 1968 by two educators
Mission rooted in promoting diversity, civic responsibility, equity, and inclusion
Location
Overlooking Connecticut Ave. in Upper Northwest D.C.
- Two blocks south of the Van Ness-UDC Metro station
- 60,000-square-foot urban campus
- Athletic teams use Burke’s full-size gymnasium, Howard Field, local D.C. Parks & Recreation fields as well as nearby University of D.C. and Howard Law School facilities
Your best you starts with a visit to Burke.
Students
The perfect blend of hardworking and fun-loving
- 300 students; 80 middle school, 220 high school
- 39 percent students of color
- 12 students in average class
- 63 ZIP codes represented in the student body
Your best you starts with a visit to Burke.
Faculty
- 49 total faculty
- 100 percent serve as full-time advisors
- 6:1 student-teacher ratio
- Two-thirds hold advanced degrees
Activities
Integrated into the curriculum and focused on involvement
- 12 bands
- 5 theatrical shows
- 26 athletic teams
- 5 weeklong service-learning trips
- 37 clubs organized by students
Open House
Saturday, Dec. 8
1–3:30 p.m.
2018–19 Tuition and Financial Aid
Thirty-three percent of students receive need-based financial aid.
- Grades 6–8: $40,665
- Grades 9–12: $43,130
Open Houses
Saturday, October 26
1-4 PM
Saturday, December 14
1-4 PM