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E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School

charterWard 4

Navy Yard · Grades PK3–5

OSSE STAR Rating

SY 2018-19
4 / 5 stars · Score 68.4 / 100
Enrollment: 356

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

About E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School

E.L. Haynes Elementary School serves approximately 400 students in grades Pre-K3 through 5. The school promotes equity and is mission-driven to prepare every student. Students benefit from enriching programs, including a unique School Garden that provides hands-on learning experiences. A diverse range of enrichment opportunities such as Electives, Health and Fitness, Music, and Art help develop well-rounded individuals. The school day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and uniforms are not required, allowing for individual expression. Families considering enrollment should note lottery priority is given to children of staff and siblings currently attending.

E.L. Haynes Elementary School serves approximately 400 students in grades Pre-K3-5. We promote equity and are mission-driven to prepare every student in our diverse student body for college success. We are committed to family engagement and build two-way, trusting partnerships between home and school to promote student success. Please visit www.elhaynes.org for information.

Specialized Programs

School Garden

Enrichment

Electives · Health and Fitness · Music · Art · Student Government · After-School Clubs · Chorus · Dance Company · School Musical · Mentoring Programs

🕐 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.👔 Uniform not required

Address

4501 KANSAS AVENUE NW

Enrollment Lottery

Required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at E.L. Haynes PCS - 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 3:45 PM
  • Tuesday8 AM to 3:45 PM
  • Wednesday8 AM to 3:45 PM
  • Thursday8 AM to 3:45 PM
  • Friday8 AM to 2:45 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Specialties

School Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School serve?+

E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School serves grades PK3–5 in the Navy Yard neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School in?+

E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School is located in Ward 4, Navy Yard, Washington DC.

How do I apply to E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School?+

E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School is a DC public charter school 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 E.L. Haynes PCS - Elementary School's OSSE star rating?+

E.L. Haynes PCS - 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.

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