The Capitol Riverfront, centered around the Navy Yard Metro station and Nationals Park, is Ward 6's fastest-growing residential community. The school infrastructure is still building to meet the needs of thousands of new residents, with Payne Elementary serving as the primary DCPS anchor and charter options supplementing local supply. Families in Capitol Riverfront benefit from excellent transit connections via the Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro (Green line) and proximity to Capitol Hill's strong school network — accessible within 10-15 minutes by Metro or bike along the Anacostia River trail. The Yards Park and waterfront boardwalk provide exceptional recreation space for school-age children. Ward 6 families receive a priority point for Ward 6 schools. As the Capitol Riverfront population grows, additional school infrastructure investment is anticipated in this ward.
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