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Dorothy I. Height Elementary School

publicWard 4

Petworth · Grades PK3–5

2026–27 enrollment openGet lottery alerts:

OSSE STAR Rating

SY 2018-19
★★★★★
3 / 5 stars · Score 59.2 / 100
Enrollment: 497

Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.

About Dorothy I. Height Elementary School

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School is a Title I, citywide school located in DC's Petworth neighborhood, serving grades PK3 through 5. It features an expansive 93,000 square feet of learning space. The school incorporates Blended Learning to personalize instruction and a Restorative Justice Program to cultivate a supportive community. Enrichment offerings include Reggio Emilia Inspired learning in PK, Fundations for literacy development, Girls on the Run, and a Chess Club. School hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and a uniform is required. Lottery priority is extended to siblings currently attending or siblings who have been offered a spot.

“Dorothy I. Height ES is a Title I, citywide school in Petworth section of DC. We boast 93,000 sq ft of learning space for grades PK3-5. We celebrate our community's diversity and foster an appreciation for all cultures and perspectives in a nurturing environment. We work with our stakeholders to build the foundations that will ensure that scholars become lifelong learners who thrive in and contribute to a global society. DHES provides a high-quality education through inquiry-based math, guided r”

Specialized Programs

Blended LearningRestorative Justice Program

Enrichment

Reggilio Emilia Inspired in PK · Fundations · Girls on the Run · Chess Club · Stem Club · Flag football · Baskbetall

🕐 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.👔 Uniform required

Address

1300 ALLISON STREET NW

Enrollment Lottery

Required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at Dorothy I. Height 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.

  • Monday7:22 AM to 4:22 PM
  • Tuesday7:22 AM to 4:22 PM
  • Wednesday7:22 AM to 4:22 PM
  • Thursday7:22 AM to 4:22 PM
  • Friday7:22 AM to 4:22 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Specialties

Blended LearningRestorative Justice Program

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does Dorothy I. Height Elementary School serve?+

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School serves grades PK3–5 in the Petworth neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is Dorothy I. Height Elementary School in?+

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School is located in Ward 4, Petworth, Washington DC.

How do I apply to Dorothy I. Height Elementary School?+

Dorothy I. Height 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 Dorothy I. Height Elementary School's OSSE star rating?+

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School received a 3/5 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 Dorothy I. Height Elementary School tuition-free?+

Yes. As a DC public school, Dorothy I. Height Elementary School is tuition-free and open to all DC residents regardless of ward or neighborhood.

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