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.
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.
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average class size
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student-teacher ratio
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teachers with advanced degrees
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represented zip codes
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students from DC
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blocks from the Metro
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students of color
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new students from public schools
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new students from private schools
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new students from international schools
6%
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Our Neighbors - Howard Law School
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Our Neighbors - UDC
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Our Neighbors - UDC
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Our Neighbors - Levine School
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Our Neighborhood
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Our Neighborhood
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Our Neighbors - Jordan Law Library
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Our Neighbors - Jordan Law Library
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Our Neighborhood
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Our Metro Stop
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Our Metro Stop
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Our Neighbors - UDC
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Our Neighborhood
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Local Landmark
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Across the Street - Penni Park
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Across the Street - Penni Park
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Our Neighborhood
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Our Neighborhood
Upcoming Admissions Events
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Kinetic Sculpture
Did you know that Burke has a permanent art collection, including textiles, paintings, and sculptures? Our 2nd floor terrace is home to "Four Lines Diagonal Jointed" (1988) by George Rickey (1907-2002) donated to the school by Susan P. Willens. Often large-scale sculptures that move with the wind, Rickey's works can also be found at the National Gallery and the Hirshhorn Museum here in DC.Read Full Story -
Wintertime Revelry
Read Full StoryVocal Music
On Saturday, December 13, 9th grade singers took part in the Cathedral Choral Society's annual concert, led by conductor Steven Fox. As a featured high school ensemble, led by vocal music faculty Gen, the group performed outside the National Cathedral before the show, enjoyed the full concert, and led singalongs with the full chorus and brass ensemble.
Pictured are Jazz B. '29, Elana D. '29, Ellie K. G. '29, Sana R. '29, EC R. '29, Ella W. '29, Maya W. '29, Neptune W. '29, Anabelle Y. '29, and Leah Z. '29, with chaperone and alto extraordinaire Shazia W. P'29.
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On Experiential Learning
Read Full StoryOur 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. -
Magic & Mystery of the Burke Schedule
From the rotating “color days” to the varied community period, the Burke schedule enables rigorous, experiential learning, while also building in time to explore new interests, meet up with teachers outside class, and and enjoy the community.Read Full Story
Learn more in this feature in 1968 Magazine (Summer 2025):
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we look forward to meeting you!
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 | Phone: 202-362-8882 | Fax: 202-362-1914