Overview

Van Ness Elementary School is a public school in Washington, DC. It is one of 83 elementary schools in District Of Columbia Public Schools.

School Rating

Van Ness Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Washington DC with the same grade levels.
5/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1150 5th Street Southeast
Washington, DC 20003
School leader: Ms Maquita Alexander
(202) 727-4314
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