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Takoma Elementary School

publicWard 4

Takoma · Grades PK3–5

2026–27 enrollment openGet lottery alerts:

About Takoma Elementary School

Takoma Elementary School provides a supportive setting where its diverse and inclusive community works to foster the development of confident, happy, healthy, and successful children. The school day operates from 8:40 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and students are required to wear uniforms. Its robust program offerings include Arts Integration, enriching learning across subjects, Interscholastic Sports, promoting teamwork and physical activity, and Online Learning, providing flexible instructional methods. Beyond the classroom, students can participate in an Orchestra program and various school sports teams, including Basketball, Track & Field, and Soccer. Families seeking enrollment should note that lottery priority is extended to in-boundary students with a sibling currently attending or a sibling offered admission.

At Takoma Elementary School, our diverse and inclusive school community fosters the development of confident, happy, healthy, and successful children with strong academic and social skills. As a community school, we invite organizations from across the city to partner with us in providing robust, culturally responsive experience for all students. We provide rigorous and engaging arts-integrated learning that culminates with students producing interactive showcases of their knowledge. At Takoma E

Specialized Programs

Arts IntegrationInterscholastic SportsOnline LearningRestorative Justice ProgramSchool Garden

Enrichment

Orchestra · Sports Teams (Basketball · Track & Field · and Soccer) · Safety Patrol · WTES News Club · Reach Tutoring · Spring Musical

🕐 8:40 a.m.-3:15 p.m.👔 Uniform required

Address

7010 PINEY BRANCH ROAD NW

Enrollment Lottery

Not required

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Free transit for students

All DC residents enrolled at Takoma 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

Arts IntegrationInterscholastic SportsOnline LearningRestorative Justice ProgramSchool Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does Takoma Elementary School serve?+

Takoma Elementary School serves grades PK3–5 in the Takoma neighborhood of Washington DC.

What ward is Takoma Elementary School in?+

Takoma Elementary School is located in Ward 4, Takoma, Washington DC.

How do I apply to Takoma Elementary School?+

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

Is Takoma Elementary School tuition-free?+

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

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