Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked DC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Kendall Demonstration Elementary School
About the School
- Kendall Demonstration Elementary School in Washington, DC, enrolls 112 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based program.
- Founded in 1857, the school is one of the oldest private elementary schools in the District of Columbia.
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 16 teachers serving its diverse student population, which is 80.82% students of color.
- Located in Northeast Washington, Kendall Demonstration Elementary offers co–ed education with a focus on elementary through middle school grade levels.
- The school serves families seeking a private PK–8 educational program in a large city community setting.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked DC School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Kendall Demonstration Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1857
School Calendar
School Motto
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Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 49%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kendall Demonstration Elementary School's ranking?
Kendall Demonstration Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Kendall Demonstration Elementary School?
The application deadline for Kendall Demonstration Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Kendall Demonstration Elementary School located?
Kendall Demonstration Elementary School is located in the Northeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 11 other private schools located in Northeast Washington.
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Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
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(202) 460-9076
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Gr: PK-8 | 169 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
Catholic
1421 V Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Distance: 4.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 123 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
3810 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 169 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
Catholic
1421 V Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-2608
Distance: 4.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 123 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
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Washington, DC 20016
(202) 460-9076
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students
Sports: 3
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(202) 397-1614
Distance: 0.1 mi
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(202) 651-5000
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Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 19
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19 I Street NW
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(202) 336-7100
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students
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2060 W Virginia Ave Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 636-1190
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 51 students
Montessori School
301 A St Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 294-4799
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students
Special Education School
800 Florida Ave Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 651-5000
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 962 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 19
All-boys (Catholic)
19 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 336-7100
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students
Special Education School
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Washington, DC 20002
(202) 636-1190
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 81 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 9
406 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 847-0779
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: K-9 | 63 students
1554 8th St Nw
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 232-2997
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students
Sports: 3
1217 West Virginia Avenue Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 397-1614
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students
Catholic
1503 East Capitol St.
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-7556
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 172 students
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320 21st Street Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 397-3897
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 55 students
Extracurriculars: 7
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Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
Distance: 1.6 mi
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(202) 234-1093
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 241 students
Sports: 3
1217 West Virginia Avenue Ne
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 397-1614
Distance: 1.2 mi
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301 A St Se
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 294-4799
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Gr: PK-8 | 150 students
Catholic
1503 East Capitol St.
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 547-7556
Distance: 1.4 mi
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Daycare / Preschool
200 Constitution Ave NW #1450
Washington, DC 20210
(202) 693-7979
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 55 students
Extracurriculars: 7
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Washington, DC 20003
(202) 484-0044
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