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Peabody Elementary School

publicWard 6

Capitol Hill · Grades PK3–K

2026–27 enrollment openGet lottery alerts:

About Peabody Elementary School

Peabody Elementary School is an Early Childhood Education (ECE) campus, serving children from PK3 through Kindergarten. As a model Creative Curriculum school, its faculty is specifically trained to integrate learning into daily activities, fostering a foundation for young minds. Students engage in a range of enrichment programs including movement with Power Tots and Tippi Toes, problem-solving through Labyrinth Games, and cultural learning from La Academia Espanola de Washington. The school day operates from 9:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Uniforms are not required. For admissions, lottery priority is given to in-boundary families with a sibling currently attending or offered enrollment, providing a clear pathway for local families seeking this nurturing environment.

Peabody ES is an ECE campus, serving PK3-K. As a model Creative Curriculum school, our faculty is trained and passionate about integrating learning with real life, using the arts and a hands-on, inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning. We assess each child to learn their strengths and areas for development and support their unique and individual growth. We use our edible and ornamental gardens, the Capitol Hill neighborhood and Washington, DC as an extension of the classroom, preparing o

Enrichment

Power Tots · Tippi Toes · Labyrinth Games · La Academia Espanola de Washington · Flex Academies (Various Program Options)

🕐 9:00 a.m.-3:15 p.m.👔 Uniform not required

Address

425 C STREET NE

Enrollment Lottery

Not required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at Peabody 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does Peabody Elementary School serve?+

Peabody Elementary School serves grades PK3–K in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is Peabody Elementary School in?+

Peabody Elementary School is located in Ward 6, Capitol Hill, Washington DC.

How do I apply to Peabody Elementary School?+

Peabody Elementary School is DCPS (DC Public Schools). Contact the school directly for enrollment and seat availability.

Is Peabody Elementary School tuition-free?+

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

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