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Lafayette Elementary School

publicWard 4

Chevy Chase · Grades PK4–5

OSSE STAR Rating

SY 2018-19
★★★★★
4 / 5 stars · Score 73.9 / 100
Enrollment: 839

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

About Lafayette Elementary School

Lafayette Elementary School provides a special learning environment with skillful teachers and staff, supported by an active community, fostering an emphasis on creativity and intellectual curiosity. Its distinctive Arts Integration program weaves artistic expression throughout the curriculum, enriching all subjects. Students further engage through diverse enrichment opportunities, including the Environmental Club, Project Lead the Way, Girls on the Run, and the Math Team. The school operates daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and there is no uniform requirement. For lottery admissions, priority is given to in-boundary families with a sibling attending or a sibling offered a seat, promoting a connected community.

“Lafayette provides a special learning environment with talented, dedicated teachers and staff members supported by an active community. An emphasis on integrating the arts into all subject areas enriches student's learning experiences. Additionally, we have a school wide Peace and Mindfulness program to support our positive school culture.”

Specialized Programs

Arts Integration

Enrichment

Environmental Club · Project Lead the Way · Girls on the Run · Math Team

🕐 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.👔 Uniform not required

Address

5701 BROAD BRANCH ROAD NW

Enrollment Lottery

Required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at Lafayette 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.

  • Monday8:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Tuesday8:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday8:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Thursday8:30 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday8:30 AM to 4 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed

Specialties

Arts Integration

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does Lafayette Elementary School serve?+

Lafayette Elementary School serves grades PK4–5 in the Chevy Chase neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is Lafayette Elementary School in?+

Lafayette Elementary School is located in Ward 4, Chevy Chase, Washington DC.

How do I apply to Lafayette Elementary School?+

Lafayette 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 Lafayette Elementary School's OSSE star rating?+

Lafayette 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 Lafayette Elementary School tuition-free?+

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

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