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The best ballet schools in District of Columbia

Ranked by the students and families who actually take class — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 346 reviews of District of Columbia studios. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, true ballet schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

The Washington Ballet, ballet school in Washington, DC

#1 The Washington Ballet

4.5 ★★★★★ 133 reviews · Washington, DC

Adult classes Kids & teens strong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginnersnurturing, non-competitive

Dance company known for performances, including "The Nutcracker", and offering classes.

“I started ballet for the first time 5 years ago and have never stopped. My wonderful teachers, Steve and Bahare, are not only excellent former professional dancers who performed le…” — Andrea

Centre De Danse, ballet school in Washington, DC

#2 Centre De Danse

5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews · Washington, DC

Adult classes Kids & teens caring, skilled teachersstrong technique & trainingwelcoming to beginners

“I spent one semester attending the beginner adult class at this dance school and I enjoyed it very much. Madame Kramer is very kind and I feel like I have improved a lot. Wish I co…” — Cecile

Washington Ballet Thearc, ballet school in Washington, DC

#3 Washington Ballet Thearc

4.6 ★★★★★ 24 reviews · Washington, DC

Kids & teens caring, skilled teachersbuilds confidence & discipline

“My granddaughter attends and I am so very pleased with the poise and confidence, to nothing of the dance training she has begun to display. I am very, very pleased with her develop…” — Brenda

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