Schools in Colonial Village

Colonial Village is a leafy Ward 4 neighborhood in upper Northwest DC, nestled between Brightwood and Takoma near the Maryland border. The area is defined by its brick colonials, wide sidewalks, and strong community association culture. Lowell School, a well-regarded independent school serving students from age 3 through 8th grade on Kalmia Road, is the neighborhood's anchor educational institution and serves families from across Northwest DC and Montgomery County. Colonial Village families in DCPS are zoned for Shepherd Elementary and Coolidge Senior High. The neighborhood is close to the Takoma Metro station (Red Line), providing access to schools across the District. Ward 4 lottery applicants can apply for out-of-boundary DCPS programs during the annual enrollment window. The area's diverse mix of longtime DC residents and newer arrivals creates a vibrant school community.