Walker-Jones Education Campus
publicWard 6North Capitol Street · Grades PK3–8
OSSE STAR Rating
SY 2018-19Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
About Walker-Jones Education Campus
Walker Jones Education Campus serves pre-kindergarten through 8th grade students, striving to provide a diverse education within a safe, supportive community environment. The school offers specialized programs including Blended Learning, a Restorative Justice Program, and a STEM Focus. Enrichment opportunities abound with Creative Curriculum, DC Scores, Girls on the Run, Fresh Start Catering, Girl Scouts, and Drumline. With 292 students, Walker Jones partners with organizations like Girls On the Run, Robotics, and the Boys & Girls Club, aiming to ensure students are well supported and educated. School hours are 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., and a uniform is required. Lottery priority is given to in-boundary families with a sibling attending or offered, and siblings attending. This school is ideal for families seeking a nurturing community and a broad educational experience from early childhood through middle school.
“Walker-Jones Education Campus is a pre-kindergarten through 8th grade community-based school whose mission is to provide each student a diverse education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, motivation and excellence in learning through the four core principles of Knowledge, Service, Leadership, and Character.”
Specialized Programs
Enrichment
Creative Curriculum · DC Scores · Girls on the Run · Fresh Start Catering · Girl Scouts · Drumline
Address
1125 NEW JERSEY AVENUE NW
Enrollment Lottery
Not required
Free transit for students
All DC residents enrolled at Walker-Jones Education Campus (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 Walker-Jones Education Campus serve?+
Walker-Jones Education Campus serves grades PK3–8 in the North Capitol Street neighborhood of Washington DC.
What ward is Walker-Jones Education Campus in?+
Walker-Jones Education Campus is located in Ward 6, North Capitol Street, Washington DC.
How do I apply to Walker-Jones Education Campus?+
Walker-Jones Education Campus is DCPS (DC Public Schools). Contact the school directly for enrollment and seat availability.
What is Walker-Jones Education Campus's OSSE star rating?+
Walker-Jones Education Campus received a 3/5 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 Walker-Jones Education Campus tuition-free?+
Yes. As a DC public school, Walker-Jones Education Campus is tuition-free and open to all DC residents regardless of ward or neighborhood.
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