Education

METRO SCHOOLS

Metro Schools are conveniently accessible to the urban centers of Alexandria, Arlington, and Falls Church—Old Town, Crystal City, Pentagon City, Rosslyn, Court House, Clarendon, Ballston, Seven Corners, Landmark and Mark Center. Most are a short distance from the National Mall and downtown Washington, D.C.

Catholic Diocese of Arlington

What are Metro Schools?

  • Catholic schools easily accessible to local military bases and installations—the Pentagon, Ft. Myer, Richardson Hall.
  • Nearby to the area's largest public and private employers—DOD, State Department, DEA, NSF, Virginia Hospital Center, Verizon, TSA, SAIC, Marriott International, EPA.
  • Characterized by student bodies of highly diverse race, ethnicity, language, and country of origin.
  • Open to students regardless of parish or faith community.
  • Safe, welcoming environments for all students.
  • School communities where caring for others comes first.
  • Specialize in individual student attention.
  • Provide before and after-care programs
  • Accommodate mid-year transfers—perfect for military families moving into the area.
  • Support the Military Child Education Coalition’s guiding principles.
  • Provide need-based financial aid.


Students at St. Rita School.

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