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Barnard Elementary School

430 DECATUR STREET NW, Washington, DC

38.9%
ELA Proficiency
43.6%
Math Proficiency
10.1:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
71%
Teacher Retention

Programs & Activities

Academic Programs

Arts Integration Blended Learning International Baccalaureate (IB) STEM Restorative Justice School Gardens

Student Demographics

Source: OSSE enrollment data. Percentages reflect the school's student population composition.

Black / African American 39%
Hispanic / Latino 46%
White 11%
Asian 1%
Multiracial 3%

Staff & Leadership

School Leader Experience
N/A
Teacher Retention Rate
71%

This school may be a fit if…

Parents often consider factors like these when researching schools. This is informational, not a recommendation.

  • you are looking for an IB curriculum framework
  • STEM-focused learning is a priority
  • arts-integrated learning appeals to your child
  • before-school care is important
  • after-school care is important
  • metro or bus accessibility matters to your family
  • your family may qualify for equitable access priority
  • you live in or near Ward 4

Data sources: Academic proficiency data from OSSE PARCC/STAR assessments. Lottery match rates from MySchoolDC results. Demographics from OSSE enrollment reports. Teacher data from OSSE educator reports. Last updated: December 22, 2025.

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Lottery Information

Match Rate 71%
Total Matches 107
Waitlist Length 43
Equitable Match Rate 100%
Equitable Access Yes

Match rates are from the most recent MySchoolDC lottery results and may vary year to year.

School Logistics

Before Care Available
After Care Available
Uniform Required Yes
Metro/Bus Access Yes
Metro: Georgia Ave-Petworth
Bus: C75, D40, D44, D4X, D74

Open House Dates

  • 📅 Jan.08, 2026 10:00am-11:00am
  • 📅 Jan.22, 2026 10:00am-11:00am
  • 📅 Feb.05, 2026 10:00am-11:00am
  • 📅 Feb.19, 2026 10:00am-11:00am
  • 📅 Mar.05, 2026 10:00am-11:00am
  • 📅 Mar.19, 2026 10:00am-11:00am
  • 📅 Apr.02, 2026 10:00am-11:00am
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