Woodridge · Grades PK3–3
Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary provides a joyful, nurturing community on its new, eco-friendly campus. The school fosters curiosity, exploration, and a love for learning through its Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, creating a truly engaging environment for DC children. The academic day operates from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., complemented by an Extended Day program for families requiring additional hours. Beyond core academics, students can participate in Interscholastic Sports, Literary Club, Math Club, Performing & Visual Arts, and Dance, broadening their horizons. The school emphasizes a supportive atmosphere through its Restorative Justice Program and maintains a structured environment with required uniforms. Lottery priority is granted to siblings currently attending or offered admission.
“With a new, eco-friendly campus, Ideal is a joyful, nurturing community that fosters curiosity, exploration and a love for learning. Our Reggio Emilia-inspired preschool builds literacy, numeracy, world language and creative problem-solving skills through inquiry-based, hands-on learning with art, literature and nature. In K-3, our inclusive curriculum, including Friendship's Science of Reading and Math programs, lays the foundation for Pre-AP coursework like Algebra. Our Gifted and Talented pro”
Specialized Programs
Enrichment
Literary Club · Math Club · Performing & Visual Arts · Dance · Cheerleading · Basketball · Flag Football · Spelling Bee · Spanish Club · Robotics
6130 NORTH CAPITOL STREET NW
Not required
All DC residents enrolled at Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.
Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary serves grades PK3–3 in the Woodridge neighborhood of Washington DC.
Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary is located in Ward 4, Woodridge, Washington DC.
Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary is a DC public charter school. Contact the school directly for enrollment and seat availability.
Friendship PCS - Ideal Elementary received a 2/5 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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