The Field School
Preparatory school in Washington, D.C.
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The Field School is an independent, co-ed, grades 6–12 preparatory school in Washington, D.C. The campus includes three buildings: the Aude Building, the Sapere Building, and the historic Cafritz House on Foxhall Road. Field serves 370 students as of the 2025–2026 school year.
| The Field School | |
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| Location | |
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2301 Foxhall Rd NW 20007 United States | |
| Coordinates | 38°55′17″N 77°05′19″W |
| Information | |
| Type | Independent school |
| Motto | Aude Sapere (Dare to Know) |
| CEEB code | 090073 |
| Head of school | Lori Strauss |
| Teaching staff | 56.5 (FTE) |
| Grades | 6–12 |
| Enrollment | 368 [1] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 6.5 [1] |
| Campus size | 10.5 acres |
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| Athletics conference | Potomac Valley Athletics Conference (PVAC) |
| Mascot | Falcon |
| Tuition | Middle School (grades 6-8) $56,295, Upper School: (grades 9-12) $57,935 |
| Website | www |
Notable alumni
- Zach Cregger (class of 1998)
- Rachel Grady (class of 1990)
- Josh Harris (class of 1982)[2]
- Jennifer Herrema (class of 1990)
- Courtney Hunt (class of 1982)
- Spike Jonze, photographer, filmmaker, director and actor
- Nathan Larson
- Justin Theroux, screenwriter, director, actor and film producer
- Craig Wedren (class of 1987)[3]
