Barnard Elementary School
publicWard 4Petworth · Grades PK3–5
OSSE STAR Rating
SY 2018-19Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
About Barnard Elementary School
Barnard Elementary School cultivates a strong learning environment, recognized twice with the Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM) award thanks to its robust community involvement and effective staff. Students engage in specialized programs like Arts Integration, which interweaves creativity across subjects, Blended Learning utilizing technology for personalized instruction, and Interscholastic Sports promoting physical activity. Enrichment options such as Cheerleading, Academic Power Hour, Early Financial Literacy, and Imagine Learning offer diverse pathways for growth. The school day runs from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and a uniform is required for all students. Lottery priority is extended to in-boundary families with a sibling currently attending or a sibling offered admission, fostering a close-knit community experience.
“Our strong community involvement and dedicated staff are reasons that Barnard has been recognized twice with the Together Everyone Achieves More (TEAM) Award. High expectations for all students is central to Barnard's philosophy. A parent summarized it best: "Barnard accepts all children where they are and takes them to unbelievable levels!"”
Specialized Programs
Enrichment
Cheerleading · Academic Power Hour · Early Financial Literacy · Imagine Learning
Address
430 DECATUR STREET NW
Enrollment Lottery
Required
Free transit for students
All DC residents enrolled at Barnard Elementary School (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.
School Hours
From Google business listing — confirm with the school directly.
- Monday8 AM to 6 PM
- Tuesday8 AM to 6 PM
- Wednesday8 AM to 6 PM
- Thursday8 AM to 6 PM
- Friday8 AM to 6 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Barnard Elementary School serve?+
Barnard Elementary School serves grades PK3–5 in the Petworth neighborhood of Washington DC.
What ward is Barnard Elementary School in?+
Barnard Elementary School is located in Ward 4, Petworth, Washington DC.
How do I apply to Barnard Elementary School?+
Barnard Elementary School is DCPS (DC Public Schools) that requires a lottery application. Applications are submitted through MySchoolDC (myschooldc.org), which opens each November and closes in early February. Results are released in late March.
What is Barnard Elementary School's OSSE star rating?+
Barnard Elementary School received a 4/5 star rating (★★★★☆) from the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) in SY 2018-19. OSSE ratings measure academic achievement, growth, and attendance.
Is Barnard Elementary School tuition-free?+
Yes. As a DC public school, Barnard Elementary School is tuition-free and open to all DC residents regardless of ward or neighborhood.
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