5 French-language schools — 3 free public programs and 2 private institutions.
Washington DC has 5 French-language schools, all within the District — covered by the Washington DC Area metro guide. DC Public Schools (DCPS) does not operate a French dual language program. Tuition-free options exist only through DC's three charter schools: DC International School and Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS (2 campuses). All require a lottery application.
Private French education in DC means Washington International School, listed here as two campuses — Pre‑K–6 and 6–12 — IB and AEFE-affiliated, and one of the most prominent international schools in the US.
Washington DC has 5 French immersion and dual-language schools — 3 free public or charter programs and 2 private schools.
Private French school tuition in Washington DC runs from about $34,315 to $56,820 per year. Public and charter immersion programs are tuition-free.
Yes. Washington DC has 3 tuition-free French immersion programs in public or charter schools. Many use a lottery or an attendance zone for admission.
Grade ranges vary by school — from preschool (maternelle / pre-K) through elementary, with several continuing into middle and high school. Use the filters above to compare each school’s grade levels.
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