Sidwell Friends School

Tenleytown Washington DC

American (Quaker, College Prep)
Private
Ages 4 - 18

Indicative annual tuition

USD 55,250 – 62,330

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Curriculum: American (Quaker, College Prep)
Ages: 4 - 18
Type: Private
Languages: English, Spanish
Area: Tenleytown
Address: 3825 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016

Last updated 27 September 2026 One of 15 schools we list in Washington DC

About Sidwell Friends School

Sidwell Friends School is a Quaker independent day school founded in 1883, serving about 1,100 students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12.

The middle and upper schools are on Wisconsin Avenue NW in Washington DC and the lower school is at 5100 Edgemoor Lane in Bethesda, Maryland. Quaker values such as silent reflection, service and environmental stewardship are part of daily school life, and the lower school teaches Spanish.

Published 2026-27 tuition is $55,250 (preK–2), $58,050 (grades 3–4), $61,830 (middle school) and $62,330 (upper school). Need-based financial aid is available.

Location and contact

3825 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016
(202) 537-8100
sidwell.edu (opens in a new tab)

Sidwell Friends School

3825 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016

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Sidwell Friends School follows the American (Quaker, College Prep) curriculum, catering to students aged 4 - 18.

Indicative annual tuition at Sidwell Friends School is USD 55,250 - 62,330, based on the most recent published figures. Fees vary by grade level and additional services — confirm current fees with the school before applying.

Sidwell Friends School is located at 3825 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016, in the Tenleytown area of Washington DC.

You can request information about Sidwell Friends School's admission process by filling out the inquiry form on this page. Our team will connect you with the school's admissions office.