Neighborhood Guides
Ward 7 Schools
Ward 7 is east of the Anacostia River and has seen significant charter school growth. Schools here often have better lottery odds and equitable access priority for eligible families.
Neighborhoods: Deanwood, Capitol View, Marshall Heights, Benning, River Terrace
Browse Ward 7 Schools →What to Know About Ward 7 Schools
- Equitable access priority for at-risk students
- Multiple charter options
- Better lottery match rates
- Strong school improvement efforts
Lottery Tips for Ward 7 Families
- List your true first choice at #1 — even if it's competitive
- Include 10–12 schools total, not just schools in Ward 7
- Charter schools have no geographic limits — apply citywide
- Check your in-boundary DCPS school and include it on your list
- Visit open houses in November–February before applying
Schools in Ward 7
Public schools in Ward 7, sorted by academic performance.
Friendship PCS - Blow-Pierce Middle
CharterWard 7·4 to 8
Extended DayInternational Baccalaureate (IB)
40.9% ELA
91% match
Eliot-Hine Middle School
DCPSWard 7·6 to 8
JROTC
39.7% ELA
60% match
DC Prep PCS - Benning Elementary
CharterWard 7·PK3 to 3
Extended Day
39% ELA
82% match
DC Prep PCS - Benning Middle
CharterWard 7·4 to 8
Extended Day
37.5% ELA
25% match
KIPP DC - Promise Academy PCS
CharterWard 7·K to 4
Blended LearningExtended Day
27% ELA
97% match
DC Scholars PCS
CharterWard 7·PK3 to 8
Blended LearningInternational Baccalaureate (IB)
26% ELA
92% match
Browse Ward 7 Schools
Use DC Parents School Guide to filter by Ward 7, compare schools side-by-side, and build your lottery list.
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