Hendley Elementary School
publicWard 8Washington Highlands · 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 Hendley Elementary School
Hendley Elementary School develops scholars' innovational and interpersonal skills through hands-on, interest-based experiences, risk-taking, teamwork, and self-regulation. The school implements a Blended Learning approach, offers Interscholastic Sports, and utilizes a Restorative Justice Program to support student growth and community. Enrichment options are diverse, featuring First Lego League, Robotics teams, Girls on the Run, and Girls and Boys Basketball. The school day runs from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and a uniform is required for all students. For admissions, families residing in-boundary with a sibling currently attending or offered a seat receive lottery priority, making it a strong choice for local families seeking a well-rounded educational environment.
“Our scholars develop innovational and interpersonal skills through hands-on, interest-based experiences, risk-taking, teamwork, and self-regulation. Our schoolwide focus on STEM includes knowledge of the engineering design, the scientific method, and computational skills including coding. STEM lessons cultivate students' critical thinking, cooperative learning, and teamwork skills.”
Specialized Programs
Enrichment
First Lego League · Robotics teams · Girls on the Run · Girls and Boys Basketball · Cross Country · Indoor/Outdoor Track & Field · Soccer · Flag Football
Address
425 CHESAPEAKE STREET SE
Enrollment Lottery
Required
Free transit for students
All DC residents enrolled at Hendley 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.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Hendley Elementary School serve?+
Hendley Elementary School serves grades PK3–5 in the Washington Highlands neighborhood of Washington DC.
What ward is Hendley Elementary School in?+
Hendley Elementary School is located in Ward 8, Washington Highlands, Washington DC.
How do I apply to Hendley Elementary School?+
Hendley 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 Hendley Elementary School's OSSE star rating?+
Hendley Elementary School 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.
Is Hendley Elementary School tuition-free?+
Yes. As a DC public school, Hendley Elementary School is tuition-free and open to all DC residents regardless of ward or neighborhood.
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